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Edward Howard waved this checkered flag to start the Dole Race on August 16, 1927. Inspired by Charles Lindbergh’s transatlantic flight, pineapple magnate James Dole sponsored the transpacific race from Oakland, California, to Honolulu, Hawaii. Only two aircraft arrived safely. Ten participants died.

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This object is on display in Nation of Speed at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.

Nation of Speed
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type MEMORABILIA-Events Physical Description 1135mm.l, 725mm.w, black & white checkered cloth. Black design is printed. Short edges are hemmed, one long edge is rolled, other is selvedge. Dimensions 2-D - Unframed (H x W): 76.2 x 114.3cm (30 x 45 in.)
 Materials Natural Fabric
Dye
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