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Leader First and Fastest

Leader First and Fastest

On May 11, 1906, world-renowned aviator Jacqueline Cochran was born. She held more speed, distance, and altitude records than any other flyer during her career, receiving over 200 awards as a pilot. In 1941, Cochran piloted a bomber to England and, as a flight…