cochran, jacqueline

"The mostly-unknown tale of Jackie Cochran and Jerrie Cobb--two accomplished aviatrixes, one generation apart, who each dreamed of being the first woman in space, but along the way battled their egos, their expectations, and ultimately the patriarchal society that stood between them and the stars"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of the woman pilot who organized and commanded the Women's Airforce Service Pilots during World War II and became the first civilian woman to receive the Distinguished Service Medal.

Describes the life of Jacqueline Cochran, who overcame poverty and lack of education to become a world-famous pilot and head of the Woman's Airforce Service Pilots during World War II.

Summarizes the lives and accomplishments of five women who were early pioneers in aviation.

Brief biographies of four women who achieved their ambitions against great odds.