Charles Lindbergh became a national hero in 1927 for which achievement?
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Correct answer: He was the first person to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic
Lindbergh's flight from New York to Paris symbolized American courage and technological progress. In an age of celebrities, he was perhaps the most idolized figure, representing 'pioneer' virtues in a modern world.
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