Amelia Earhart: life, legacy, and mystery

American pioneering pilot and aviator Amelia Earhart was a national treasure when she seemingly fell off the face of the Earth. Her disappearance has consumed historians, scientists, conspiracy theorists, and regular Americans alike. Yet beyond the mystery, Earhart’s life and accomplishments remain a lasting source of inspiration. Click through the following gallery for a tribute to one of America’s most iconic heroines.