History
American women and flight since 1940
2003·320 pages
A compelling history of American women in aviation since 1940, exploring their struggles and triumphs against prejudice.
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A compelling history of American women in aviation since 1940, exploring their struggles and triumphs against prejudice.
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Deborah G. Douglas tells the story of this ongoing debate and its impact on American history. From Jackie Cochran, whose perseverance led to the formation of the Women's Army Service Pilots (WASP) during World War II to the recent achievements of Jeannie Flynn, the Air Force's first woman fighter pilot and Eileen Collins, NASA's first woman shuttle commander, Douglas introduces a host of determined women who overcame prejudice and became military fliers, airline pilots, and air and space enginee...
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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No sexual content depicted.
Violence & gore
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Minor references to wartime dangers; no graphic depictions.
Profanity
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No profanity depicted.
Substance use
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No substance use depicted.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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No religious themes present.
Magic & witchcraft
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No occult themes present.
Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Moderate focus on gender equality and societal debates about women in aviation.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Minor mentions of prejudice and discrimination against women in aviation.
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