Life of the week: Amelia Earhart

Dec 19, 2023

Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, lived a life of adventure and broke numerous records in aviation. Historian Claire Mulley explores her early life, her unconventional relationship with George Putnam, her advocacy for women's rights and education, and her mysterious disappearance. Earhart's accomplishments make her a pioneer and an inspiration for women's empowerment.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Amelia Earhart's Early Life and Interest in Aviation

02:07 • 7min

Amelia Earhart and George Putnam's Relationship

08:47 • 2min

Amelia Earhart's Early Aviation Career and Women's Rights Activism

11:09 • 11min

The Disappearance of Amelia Earhart

21:59 • 7min

Amelia Earhart: A Pioneer and an Inspiration

28:41 • 3min