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How Did Amelia Earhart Change The World
“Decde... wether or not the goal is worth the risk involved. If it is stop worrying. Two worry is two add another hazard. It retards reactions, makes one unfit. (Amelia Earhart comporay Heroes). Amelia Earhart set an example for woman all around the world. Amelia Earhart helped change the way the world looked at women. Amelia Earhart is a leader when it comes to equal rights for women because she attempted to fly around the world when everyone said she couldn't.Amelia Earhart was the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean, and Earhart was the first person to try to fly around the world. ‘‘Earhart set herself a new goal, to fly around the world at (or near) the equator, some thing never before attempted.’’(Amelia Earhart. Explorers)

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