American Women in World War I
by Lettie Gavin
"They Also Served"
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American Women in World War I Book Details
War:
World War I
Perspective:
Civilian
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
North America
Page Count:
320
Published Date:
1997
ISBN13:
9780870814327
American Women in World War I Book Description
Interweaving personal stories with historical photos and background, this lively account documents the history of the more than 40,000 women who served in relief and military duty during World War I. Through personal interviews and excerpts from diaries, letters, and memoirs, Lettie Gavin relates poignant stories of women's wartime experiences and provides a unique perspective on their progress in military service. American Women in World War I captures the spirit of these determined patriots and their times for every reader and will be of special interest to military, women's, and social historians.