American Aviators Stereoview Keystone View Co. 1924 Circumnavigation For Sale

Discover a piece of aviation history with this original antique stereoview card, published by the renowned Keystone View Company. This stereograph captures a pivotal moment: \"AMERICAN AVIATORS WHO FIRST ENCIRCLED EARTH BY AIRPLANE,\" commemorating the six American army officers who achieved the first aerial circumnavigation of the globe in 1924. The image depicts the aviators posing proudly in front of their airplane, a testament to early 20th-century ingenuity and courage.The reverse of this stereoview provides an extensive narrative detailing their historic journey, which spanned nearly 400 years after Magellan\'s voyage. It outlines their route from Santa Monica, California, to Seattle, Washington, and onward, touching upon locations such as Japan, China, India, Europe, Greenland, and Nova Scotia, culminating in their return to Boston. The text notes the total elapsed time of twenty-two days and the impressive distance covered, making this stereoview a valuable historical document and a fascinating collectible for enthusiasts of aviation history, early photography, and 3D views. This specific card is identified as Series 1D08, Position 1.