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Come Fly The World: The Jet-Age Story of the Women of Pan Am

Name: Come Fly The World: The Jet-Age Story of the Women of Pan Am
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Book Synopsis: Glamour, danger, liberation: in a Mad Men era of commercial flight, Pan Am World Airways attracted the kind of young woman who wanted out, and wanted up. Required to have a college degree, speak two languages, and possess the political savvy of a Foreign Service officer, a jet-age stewardess serving on iconic Pan Am between 1966 and 1975 also had to be between 5′3′′ and 5′9′′, between 105 and 140 pounds, and under twenty-six years old at the time of hire. Cooke’s intimate storytelling weaves together the real-life stories of a memorable cast of characters, from small-town girl Lynne Totten, a science major who decided life in a lab was not for her, to Hazel Bowie, one of the relatively few Black stewardesses of the era, as they embraced the liberation of their new jet-set life. Cooke brings to light the story of Pan Am stewardesses’ role in the Vietnam War, as the airline added runs from Saigon to Hong Kong for planeloads of weary young soldiers straight from the battlefields who were off for five days of R&R, and then flown back to war. Finally, with Operation Babylift—the dramatic evacuation of two thousand children during the fall of Saigon—the book’s special cast of stewardesses unites to play an extraordinary role on the world stage.

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Looking to travel back in time and experience the captivating stories of the women who soared through the skies during the jet-age? Look no further than "Come Fly The World: The Jet-Age Story of the Women of Pan Am". Immerse yourself in a world of glamour, danger, and liberation, as this book offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the lives of Pan Am stewardesses between 1966 and 1975.

These courageous young women of Pan Am were not just your ordinary flight attendants. They were required to possess a college degree, speak two languages, and have the political savvy of a Foreign Service officer. This extraordinary group of individuals broke barriers and defied societal expectations to pursue their dreams of adventure and independence.

Cooke's storytelling ability effortlessly brings to life the fascinating journeys of the stewardesses. Meet Lynne Totten, a small-town girl who traded in her lab coat for a life of wanderlust. Discover Hazel Bowie, one of the few Black stewardesses of the era, who embraced the liberating jet-set lifestyle. Through their experiences, you will witness their resilience and determination to create a life beyond the ordinary.

But this book goes beyond the glitz and glamour. It sheds light on the crucial role the stewardesses played during the Vietnam War. As Pan Am added routes from Saigon to Hong Kong, these brave women provided comfort and care to weary young soldiers making their way back from the battlefields. With Operation Babylift, their extraordinary contributions on the world stage took center stage as they evacuated thousands of children during the fall of Saigon.

If you're ready to embark on a journey filled with captivating stories, inspiring women, and a deeper understanding of history, "Come Fly The World: The Jet-Age Story of the Women of Pan Am" is a must-read. Grab your passport and purchase your copy today!

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