Take off with Nancy Harkness Love, first female pilot to serve in
the Army Air Forces and founder of the Women's Auxiliary Ferrying
Squadron (WAFS) during World War II, in this picture book biography
perfect for readers of Fly, Girl, Fly! or Fearless Flyer. In 1930,
when Nancy Harkness was sixteen years old, she took a ride in a
biplane and fell in love with flight. But at that time, women
weren't encouraged to pursue careers in aviation. Despite the
barriers, Nancy took to the air and earned her pilot's license. She
continued to fly in college, becoming known as "The Flying
Freshman." After traveling to Boston for a job, she met her future
husband and fellow pilot, Bob Love, and began her official career
in aviation, eventually becoming director of the WAFS during World
War II. By pursuing her dreams, Nancy paved the way for other
female pilots to soar.
General
Imprint: |
Aladdin
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Release date: |
September 2023 |
Authors: |
Dee Romito
|
Illustrators: |
Vivian Mineker
|
Dimensions: |
254 x 254 x 13mm (L x W x T) |
Pages: |
40 |
ISBN-13: |
978-1-5344-8419-1 |
Categories: |
Books
Promotions
|
LSN: |
1-5344-8419-1 |
Barcode: |
9781534484191 |
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