00:00Did you know that in 1945 an American bomber flew nonstop around the world?
00:05The Boeing V-29 Super Fortress, called Lucky Lady, took off from Texas on February 26, 1945.
00:12The mission, called Operation Magellan, sought to demonstrate that it was possible to fly without landing, refueling in the air.
00:19Lucky Lady flew 23,452 miles in 94 hours, refueling four times in the air.
00:25The 13-man team, led by captain James Gallagher, worked tirelessly for almost four days.
00:32This flight demonstrated the viability of long-range bombers and had a strategic impact on the Cold War.
00:38The Lucky Lady and its crew received the Air Medal for their achievement.
00:42This flight marked a milestone in aviation, establishing the foundation for aerial refueling techniques.
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