The Hello Girls
“The Incredible Story of America's First Female Soldiers”
2018•56m•8.0•Released
Documentary
In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They swore Army oaths, wore uniforms, held rank, and were subject to military justice. By war's end, they had connected over 26 million calls and were recognized by General 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. In 1977, with the help of Sen. Barry Goldwater and Congresswoman Lindy Boggs, they won. Unfortunately, only a handful were still alive.
Director
James Theres
Writer
James Theres
Studio
Lincoln Penny Films
Cast
Cokie Roberts
Elizabeth Cobbs
Mark Hough
Candy McCorkell
Michelle Christides
Parisa Featherton
Marie Macalino
Anne MacDonald
Production
Company
Lincoln Penny Films
Company
MJR Visuals
Producer
Elizabeth Cobbs
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