Between 1942-1944, a group of 1,102 young women served the United States as Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).  The organization was founded and commanded by Jacqueline Cochran, with the endorsement of H.H. "Hap" Arnold, then Commanding General of the Army Air Forces.  The WASP collectively flew over 60 million miles in 77 different kinds of aircraft.  The women ferried planes, towed targets, gave flying instruction to male cadets, and more.  The women were not permitted to fly combat missions but their contriubtion to the war effort was essential to the success of the U.S. military.  thirty-eight of these brave women lost their lives in service to their country.

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Want to learn more about the WASP? Check out the following websites:

Texas Women's University WASP Collection

WASP on the web

Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP): Remembered By Those Who Knew Them

  IWASM is generously funded by Cuyahoga County residents through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture

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