Today in History – January 6

1942 – Pan American Airlines becomes the first commercial airline to schedule a flight around the world using its Clipper amphibious aircraft.

China Clipper mural (Birds Eye)
China Clipper mural
Sikorsky S-43 Baby Clipper (Birds Eye)
Sikorsky S-43 Baby Clipper

1893 – The Washington National Cathedral is chartered by Congress. The charter is signed by President Benjamin Harrison.

Washington National Cathedral (Birds Eye)
Washington National Cathedral
Washington National Cathedral (StreetView)
Washington National Cathedral

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