35th Division Air Corps Flying Club trophy
Charles Lindbergh received many trophies over the years, all of which can be found in the Lindbergh Collection, and this one was given to him right here in St. Louis. It was presented to Lindbergh by the 35th Division Air Corps, of which he was formerly a member. Notably, this trophy claims the aviator’s historic flight was from St. Louis to Paris—a distance of 4,550 miles rather than the 3,610-mile distance from New York to Paris. However, he touched down in New York, waiting there for the weather to clear enough for him to take off for Paris.
Object Title and Accession Number
35th Division Air Corps Flying Club trophy presented to Charles Lindbergh. Made by Jaccard’s, 1927. 1928-051-0012.
A silver globe-shaped trophy with a gold eagle at the base, inscribed with "Presented to Capt. Charles A. Lindbergh by the 35th Div. Air Corps Flying Club." The globe features North America and Europe, noting a flight from St. Louis to Paris 4550 Miles.
Close up view of the silver globe trophy with text: "Presented to Capt. Charles A. Lindbergh by the 35th Div. Air Corps Flying Club.
Close up view of the metallic plaque with engraved text reading "ST. LOUIS TO PARIS 4550 MILES" is attached to a shiny base.
Close-up of a gold eagle at the base of the trophy supporting a reflective, globe with a grid pattern. The eagle's wings are spread wide, and its head has a detailed feather texture.