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1957 Glenn Crosses US in 3 Hours

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Major John Glenn of the US Marines set a new record when he crossedthe US in 3 hours and 23 minutes averaging a speed of 723 MPH. Glenn flew a Navy Vought Crusader. The flight originated in Los Angeles and ended in New York.

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