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Skydiving's First Jump
Episode 177

Skydiving's First Jump

Amazing Tales About History

January 9, 202518m 45s

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Show Notes

Skydiving became a popular sport in the U.S. in the 1950s. The first commercial jumping operation, at a rural grass landing strip, catered to college students with nerves of steel. Early skydivers completed breathtaking stunts, like a surprise landing in Manhattan's Central Park.