Capt. Walters & Amelia Earhart

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Capt. Walters & Amelia Earhart

A photo of Capt. Richard J. Walters (retired US Army Balloon Corp) had a large hot air exhibit for the Chicago World's Fair 1933 - 1934. While Amelia Earhart was visiting the Fair, she visited with her friend, Capt. Walters. He showed her his exhibit and then Amelia Earhart when up in one of Capt. Walter's balloons to view the Fair from the air.
People in photo include: Richard J. Walters

Date & Place: June 13, 1933 at Chicago World's Fair in Chicago, Illinois USA

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Amelia Earhart Jul 24, 1897 - Jul 2, 1937

Amelia Mary Earhart was born on July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas USA, and died at age 39 years old on July 2, 1937 at Pacific Ocean. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Amelia Earhart.

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