The Hello Girls
William G. McGowan Theater
Washington, DC
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Featuring archival film and photographs from the 威尼斯人娱乐场, this new documentary film tells the story of America鈥檚 first female soldiers. In 1918听the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. By war's end, they had connected over 26 million calls and were recognized by Gen. 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. Following the screening, director James Theres and historian and author Mitchell Yockelson will discuss the film and answer audience questions.
Digital footage used in this film was made possible in part by an听anonymous donor and the 威尼斯人娱乐场 Foundation.
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