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To: C19fan

An interesting fact. The first person to actually travel around the world in 80 days was a female New York World reporter, Nellie Bly, in 1882.

So, although it is a rewrite / remake, perhaps it isn’t actually unrealistic.


37 posted on 12/27/2021 1:13:47 PM PST by CommunityMan (Facts are the truth God left in the world. Don't spit on God's Truth.)
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To: CommunityMan
Vern's book came out in 1872.

Nellie Bly did her trip ( suggested by the editor of her paper...NOT her idea! ) in 1888 and did it in 72 days. Please check facts before you post drivel.

68 posted on 12/27/2021 3:12:19 PM PST by nopardons
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