World War 2 History's 10 Most Incredible Women: World War II True Accounts Of Remarkable Women Heroes
The events of World War 2 are often associated with male endeavor, particularly in war books however extraordinarily brave and courageous women not only assisted their male counterparts but had played key roles that had ultimately contributed to the success of winning the war. This book provides a platform on which to remember those fearless, forgotten WW2 women, whose stories deserve to be told. Who were these courageous women who laid their lives on the line in WW2 history?
10 unbelievably brave and resolute heroic women prepared to face danger, spies such as: Virginia Hall
Nancy Wake
Vera Atkins As well as less celebrated heroines whose stories are rarely told, some of which were not typical military women, such as: Margaret Bourke-White - World War II photo journalist
Elsie Ott- medical pioneer.
Clare Philips - Entertainer and spy
Aleda Lutz - Flight nurse who had logged 814 combat hours.
Susan Travers - Member of the French Foreign Legion
Eileen Nearne and Jacqueline Nearne - sisters assigned by the SOE to France
Rose Valland - Art historian and member of the French resistance Fascinating and inspiring accounts of World War 2 Women who went beyond their duty with unique courage. These accounts highlight each woman's heroic role during World War 2, starting with their early life, covering the influences, decisions and circumstances which shaped their paths and finally focusing on the women they ultimately became. These were Women whose desire to contribute and affect change made them instrumental to the cause. World War 2 History's 10 Most Incredible Women is an essential resource for anyone interested in history or simply wanting to understand and appreciate these respected, tenacious and resolute women. Includes recommended resources for further reading. Scroll up and Add to Cart!
10 unbelievably brave and resolute heroic women prepared to face danger, spies such as: Virginia Hall
Nancy Wake
Vera Atkins As well as less celebrated heroines whose stories are rarely told, some of which were not typical military women, such as: Margaret Bourke-White - World War II photo journalist
Elsie Ott- medical pioneer.
Clare Philips - Entertainer and spy
Aleda Lutz - Flight nurse who had logged 814 combat hours.
Susan Travers - Member of the French Foreign Legion
Eileen Nearne and Jacqueline Nearne - sisters assigned by the SOE to France
Rose Valland - Art historian and member of the French resistance Fascinating and inspiring accounts of World War 2 Women who went beyond their duty with unique courage. These accounts highlight each woman's heroic role during World War 2, starting with their early life, covering the influences, decisions and circumstances which shaped their paths and finally focusing on the women they ultimately became. These were Women whose desire to contribute and affect change made them instrumental to the cause. World War 2 History's 10 Most Incredible Women is an essential resource for anyone interested in history or simply wanting to understand and appreciate these respected, tenacious and resolute women. Includes recommended resources for further reading. Scroll up and Add to Cart!
Book Details
- Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- Publish Date: Apr 22nd, 2016
- Pages: 44
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 9.02in - 5.98in - 0.09in - 0.16lb
- EAN: 9781532908934
- Categories: • Wars & Conflicts - World War II - General
About the Author
Stephanie T McRae is a writer, poet and passionate historian. She has spent many years as a research historian for various museums on the subjects of World War One and World War 2. As well as providing research for many media publications, Stephanie also has direct links to World war 2 having had family members serve directly in the war. Stephanie's passion and goal is to shine a light on world war stories which have so far gone untold and the unsung heroes whose exploits are little known. In her spare time, Stephanie enjoys spending time with her two grandchildren and expressing herself through her writing.