The Women with Silver Wings
by Katherine Sharp Landdeck
"The Inspiring True Story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II"
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The Women with Silver Wings by Katherine Sharp Landdeck
Details
War:
World War II
Perspective:
Pilots
Military Unit:
US Air Force
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
North America
Page Count:
450
Published Date:
2020
ISBN13:
9781524762810
Summary
The Women with Silver Wings tells the remarkable story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, or WASPs, who served during World War II. These pioneering women flew military aircraft across the United States, tested planes, towed targets for live artillery practice, and transported cargo, freeing male pilots for combat duty. Despite their crucial contributions and dangerous work, they were denied military status and recognition for decades. Katherine Sharp Landdeck draws on extensive research and interviews to chronicle their achievements, struggles for recognition, and lasting impact on women in aviation and the military.
