Grace Banker and Her Hello Girls Answer the Call: The Heroic Story of WWI Telephone Operators
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Book Synopsis: Led by twenty-five-year-old Grace Banker, thirty-two telephone operators — affectionately called “Hello Girls” back in the US — became the first female combatants in World War I.
Follow Grace Banker's journey from her busy life as a telephone switchboard trainer in New York to her pioneering role as the Chief Operator of the 1st Unit of World War I telephone operators in the battlefields of France. With expert skill, steady nerves, and steadfast loyalty, the Signal Corps operators transferred orders from commanders to battlefields and communicated top-secret messages between American and French headquarters. After faithfully serving her country — undaunted by freezing weather and fires; long hours and little sleep, and nearby shellings and far off explosions — Grace was the first and only woman operator in the Signal Corps to be awarded the Army's Distinguished Service Medal.
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Immerse yourself in the brave and heroic story of Grace Banker and Her Hello Girls, the extraordinary telephone operators who answered the call of duty in World War I. Led by the fearless Grace Banker, these thirty-two operators became the first female combatants in the war, earning the affectionate nickname "Hello Girls" back in the US. Discover the captivating journey of Grace Banker from her bustling life as a telephone switchboard trainer to her groundbreaking role as the Chief Operator of the 1st Unit of World War I telephone operators in the battlefields of France.
These remarkable women displayed unmatched skills, unwavering nerves, and unwavering loyalty as they relayed crucial orders from commanders to battlefields and transmitted top-secret messages between American and French headquarters. Despite the freezing weather, relentless fires, and the constant danger of shellings and explosions, these women stood tall and resolute, serving their country with utmost dedication. Grace Banker herself set a shining example by becoming the first and only woman operator in the Signal Corps to receive the prestigious Distinguished Service Medal awarded by the Army.
Embark on this gripping journey filled with bravery, sacrifice, and triumph. Grace Banker and Her Hello Girls Answer the Call will transport you to the front lines of World War I, where these pioneering women demonstrated their unwavering commitment and proved their mettle amidst the chaos and horrors of war. Be inspired by their extraordinary story of resilience and courage, and gain a deeper appreciation for the vital role of women in history.
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