'Round the World

The Planes. Four U. S. Army Douglas cruisers—heavier-than-air machines—left Santa Monica, Calif., to travel westward around the world. They expect to approach Los Angeles from the East on or before July 17. 'Round-the-world has not been done before in any kind of flying machine.

During the oversea portions of the flight pontoons will be added to allow the planes to light on the water, if necessary. In Calcutta and London new engines will be installed.

The men who will fly around the world are commanded by Major Frederick...

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