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Fly Girls Revolt

2023
This is the untold story of the women military aviators of the 1970s and 1980s who kicked open the door to fly in combat in 1993?along with the story of the women who paved the way before them.

Fight like a girl

the truth behind how female Marines are trained
2018
"[Looks at Kate] Germano's struggle to achieve equality of performance and opportunity for female Marines against an entrenched male-dominated status quo"--Amazon.

Women heroes of the US Army

remarkable soldiers from the American Revolution to today
"The story of women serving in the United States military begins before the founding of the country. Though early laws prohibited women from becoming soldiers, they still found ways to serve, even disguising themselves as men in order to participate in active battle. 'Women Heroes of the US Army' chronicles the critical role women have played in strengthening the US Army from the birth of the nation to today. These smart, brave, and determined women led the way for their sisters to enter, grow and prosper in the forces defending the United States. Through the profiles highlighting the achievements of these trailblazers throughout history, young women today can envision an equitable future"--Provided by publisher.
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Unbecoming

a memoir of disobedience
2019
A memoir by a former United States Marine Captain redescribing her journey from dutiful daughter of immigrants to wide-eyed recruit to radical activist dedicated to effecting historic policy reform in the military.

Women in the military

from drill sergeants to fighter pilots
"In 2015 the Pentagon changed a historical ruling, allowing American women to serve in front-line ground combat troops. Women have served in the military throughout history. Yet no matter their title, they face discrimination and even sexual assault. Meet the women who serve their country and stand up for fairness"--Provided by publisher.

It's my country too

women's military stories from the American Revolution to Afghanistan
2017
An anthology of the experiences of women in the American military in their own words.
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Women in the military

This biographical text covers the important women who've broken ground in the military.

Women in the military

2016
Briefly profiles women who have been involved in the Armed Forces throughout history.

Sexual assault and the military

2015
This anthology focuses a wide range of viewpoints on sexual assault in the military, and provides in-depth discussions by leading advocates, a quick grounding in the issues, and a challenge to critical thinking skills.

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