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The Hello Girls

The Incredible Story of America's First Female Soldiers

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  • Documentary

Overview

In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They swore Army oaths, wore uniforms, held rank, and were subject to military justice. By war's end, they had connected over 26 million calls and were recognized by General John J. Pershing for their service. When they returned home, the U.S. government told them they were never soldiers. For 60 years, they fought their own government for recognition. In 1977, with the help of Sen. Barry Goldwater and Congresswoman Lindy Boggs, they won. Unfortunately, only a handful were still alive.

Keywords

  • world war i
  • feminism

Details

Status
Released
Release date
March 1, 2018
Original language
English
Director
James Theres
Cinematography
Malcholm Reese
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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