What was the profession of Time magazine’s first-ever “Man of the Year”?
U.S. President
Aviator
Scientist
Businessman
Fact: Charles Lindbergh became Time magazine’s first “Man of the Year” in 1927 after completing the first solo nonstop flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Flying his plane, the Spirit of St. Louis, Lindbergh traveled from New York to Paris in approximately 33½ hours, instantly becoming an international celebrity. Time selected the 25-year-old aviator for its inaugural honor. The annual designation was renamed “Person of the Year” in 1999 and continues to recognize the person, group, or idea that had the greatest influence on the year’s events.
Correct Answer: Aviator