Amelia Earhart was born on July 24, 1897, in Atchison, Kansas.
She was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, completing the flight in 1932.
Earhart set multiple aviation records, including becoming the first person to fly solo from Hawaii to the mainland United States.
She was an advocate for women's rights and encouraged women to pursue careers in aviation.
Earhart wrote several best-selling books about her flying experiences, including '20 Hrs., 40 Min.' and 'The Fun of It.'
She co-founded The Ninety-Nines, an international organization for female pilots, in 1929.
Earhart worked as a nurse's aide during World War I and later as a social worker in Boston.
She married George P. Putnam, a prominent publisher and publicist, in 1931.
Earhart's Lockheed Electra plane disappeared over the Pacific Ocean on July 2, 1937, during her attempt to fly around the world.
Despite extensive search efforts, no conclusive evidence of her plane or her remains has ever been found.
Earhart was declared legally dead on January 5, 1939.
She received numerous awards and honors, including the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Cross of Knight of the Legion of Honor from France.
Earhart's legacy continues to inspire pilots and adventurers around the world.
She was known for her distinctive fashion sense, often wearing pants at a time when it was uncommon for women.
Amelia Earhart's life and disappearance have been the subject of numerous books, films, and documentaries.
