#15: Wasp Pilot, Shirley Slade, 1943

This image showcases 22-year-old Wasp pilot Shirley Slade, adorned in her flying helmet, goggles, and gloves, during World War II on behalf of the United States federal; civil service employees. Slade was not short of courage or determination when attempting to pave her way to being a pilot.

Slade embodies the indomitable spirit of women who took to the skies during World War II. The photograph pays tribute to the bravery and skill of female aviators who defied gender norms and played a crucial role in the war effort. These trailblazing women who shattered barriers and soared to new heights left an indelible mark on history.