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In the tradition of Hidden Figures, debut author Patricia Pearson offers a beautifully written account of the remarkable but often forgotten group of female fighter pilots who answered their country’s call in its time of need during World War II.
At the height of World War II, the US Army Airforce faced a desperate need for skilled pilots—but only men were allowed in military airplanes, even if the expert pilots who were training them to fly were women. Through grit and pure determination, 1,100 of these female pilots—who had to prove their worth time and time again—were finally allowed to ferry planes from factories to bases, to tow targets for live ammunition artillery training, to test repaired planes and new equipment, and more.
Though the Women Airforce Service Pilots lived on military bases, trained as military pilots, wore uniforms, marched in review, and sometimes died violently in the line of duty, they were civilian employees and received less pay than men doing the same jobs and no military benefits, not even for burials. Their story is one of patriotism, the power of positive attitudes, the love of flying, and the willingness to serve others with no concern for personal gain.
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Are you looking for an inspiring read that will transport you back to a time when women defied expectations and helped shape history? Look no further than "Fly Girls: The Daring American Women Pilots Who Helped Win WWII". This beautifully written account, similar to the critically acclaimed "Hidden Figures", sheds light on the remarkable but often forgotten group of female fighter pilots who answered their country's call during World War II.
At a time when the US Army Airforce desperately needed skilled pilots, these remarkable women stepped forward to fill the void. However, despite their expertise and training, they faced discrimination since only men were allowed to fly military airplanes. Through sheer grit and determination, these 1,100 female pilots proved their worth time and time again and were finally allowed to contribute to the war effort.
From ferrying planes from factories to bases, to towing targets for live ammunition artillery training, to testing repaired planes and new equipment, these brave women did it all. They lived on military bases, trained as military pilots, and even marched in review. However, it's important to note that despite their commitment, they received less pay than their male counterparts and no military benefits, not even for their burials.
This incredible story is a testament to patriotism, the power of positive attitudes, the love of flying, and the willingness to serve others without any concern for personal gain. Don't miss out on this captivating tale that celebrates the unsung heroines of World War II.
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