FAQ About Nellie Bly
What did Nellie Bly accomplish with her journey around the world?
With her journey around the world in 72 days, Nellie Bly set a new record for her travel time following a route across Europe, Asia, and North America. Her accomplishment highlighted the advancements in transportation technology of the era and demonstrated the capabilities of a single, determined reporter to capture worldwide attention. It also challenged gender norms by showing that women could take on physically and mentally demanding challenges typically reserved for men.
