She was born July 24, 1897, in Atchison, Kansas. Amelia Earhart was one of our most celebrated aviators then, and still is today. She broke all sorts of flying records and charted new territories in a time when there were very few people that flew in planes. She was an inspiration for people all over the world-especially for women, as her independent spirit was admired and envied. Learn more about Amelia Earhart in this well-constructed overview by Wonderville.