CHARLES "LUCKY LINDY" LINDBERGH and his SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS -- A Rare 3-D Photo of The Man and his Plane
Ca.1927 (but after May 20th) stereoview of Charles Lindbergh and his "Spirit of St. Louis" airplane in the days after he was thrown into the world's spotlight for becoming the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.
Both he and his wife, Anne Morrow went on to live influential lives, though the tragic kidnapping and murder of their first child overshadowed the many triumphs they experienced.
For a closer look, use the ALL SIZES button above the image.
From an original sliver print photo by an unknown stereo photographer, published by Keystone View Company of Meadville, PA.
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mejuan (47 months ago | reply)
wow. I'm so happy that I'm in touch with you....because I get to see such amazing photos! Thanks for your comments. Keep in touch if you can.
DCI Photography (47 months ago | reply)
Another great image.
The original Ryan monoplane is in the Smithsonian, I saw it there a long time ago and there was a replica (used in the movie) in the Henry Ford museum in Dearborn, Michigan.
I didn't realize how tall Lindbergh was, must have been pretty cramped on the trans atlantic flight.
Okinawa Soba (47 months ago | reply)
Hi DCI. I also saw it in the Smithsonian back in 2000. Took my kids there. They were more interested in Canada's IMAX installation, and the Souvenir Shop.
Lindbergh was taller than me at least. He checked in at 6' 3" (1.91 m)
DCI Photography (47 months ago | reply)
OS, the IMAX is one hell of a system and some of the places the camera operators film in would make even the strongest flinch.
As for the souvenir shops, I must confess I did purchase a few items in the George Eastman House last year. Not every day I get to visit a shrine.
Rea Family (47 months ago | reply)
I tried making this anaglyph. It comes out "interesting" I won't post it my account...
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lexla (47 months ago | reply)
that is a very big thing -- you collect such a reference here. thank you
Okinawa Soba (47 months ago | reply)
Lexa -- you're welcome. I will post a few more 3-D views of historical people in the days ahead.
simonstudionyc, russeltarr, and Margnac added this photo to their favorites.
Brave Heart (24 months ago | reply)
Here is an ever more rare shot of Lindy and I,