Lindy, The New Flying Game, 1927
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Artifact Overview
In 1927, Charles Lindbergh became the first person to fly solo across the Atlantic. Americans were captivated by this amazing feat. Parker Brothers capitalized on the public's fascination with their new hero and produced this game. Similar to their Touring card game, Lindy requires players to collect mileage cards to win. Other cards help or hinder the traveler's progress.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Card game (Game set)
Date Made
1927
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in Heroes of the Sky
Object ID
2001.155.10
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cardboard
Pasteboard (Paper)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Dimensions
Height: 1.0 in
Length: 5.5 in
Width: 4.0 in
Inscriptions
top of product package: IMPROVED EDITION / LINDY / THE NEW FLYING GAME / A SEQUEL TO THE FAMOUS PARKER GAME TOURING / PARKER BROTHERS INC. SALEM, MASS., NEW YORK, LONDON / 737 / PRICE 75 CENTS
2 sides of product package: IMPROVED LINDY EDITION
instruction sheet: RULES FOR PLAYING LINDY THE NEW FLYING GAME . . . .
advertising insert: FAMOUS PARKER GAMES . . .
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Related Content
SetCharles Lindbergh
- 18 Artifacts
After barnstorming and piloting in the Army Reserve, Charles Lindbergh started flying mail between St. Louis and Chicago in 1925. The job provided sound experience flying in all conditions. Following his 1927 solo transatlantic flight, Lindbergh used his newfound fame to advance aviation however he could -- from organizing transcontinental airline service to making promotional air mail flights over his old route.