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Bomb Girls: Trading Aprons for Ammo

by Barbara Dickson

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4594 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	288 pages

The Untold Story of the Women Who Helped Win World War II

During World War II, millions of women around the world stepped up to take on jobs that had traditionally been held by men. In the United States, women worked in factories, shipyards, and munitions plants, building the weapons and supplies that were needed to defeat the Axis powers. One of the most important groups of women war workers were the "bomb girls," who worked in munitions plants to build bombs.

The bomb girls were a diverse group of women, from all walks of life. They were young and old, married and single, mothers and daughters. Many of them had never worked outside the home before, but they were all willing to do their part to help win the war. The working conditions in the munitions plants were often dangerous. The women were exposed to toxic chemicals, and the risk of explosion was always present. But the bomb girls persevered, and they played a vital role in the Allied victory.

The story of the bomb girls is an inspiring one. It is a story of courage, determination, and sacrifice. These women made a significant contribution to the war effort, and they deserve to be remembered for their service.

Reviews

"Bomb Girls is a fascinating and inspiring book. It is a must-read for anyone interested in women's history, World War II history, or the history of labor." - The New York Times

"Bomb Girls is a well-written and researched book. It is a valuable addition to the literature on women's history and World War II history." - The Washington Post

"Bomb Girls is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the role that women played in winning World War II." - The Boston Globe

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Bomb Girls: Trading Aprons for Ammo

by Barbara Dickson

4.5 out of 5