All the Brave Promises: Memories of Aircraft Woman 2nd Class 2146391

by Mary Lee Settle and Mary Setttle

Book Overview

After being rejected by the American armed forces for poor eyesight, Mary Lee Settle volunteered for service in the women's auxiliary arm of the Royal Air Force in 1942. She was a lone young American... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1570031002
• ISBN13: 9781570031007
• Release Date: September 1995
• Publisher: University of South Carolina Press
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Perspective from the past

Ms Settle's book is a reminder that not only American servicemen fought in the war. From a life of American privilege, she chose to become an enlisted British servicewoman, performing the little noticed but vital job of communicating with British aircrews. Her highly personal story may seem dated, but is a fascinating first-person account of a country totally involved in the war

Beautifully written memoir

Mary Lee Settle is an American writer who tells us of her experiences as a woman member of the RAF during WWII. Because of her wonderful literary ability, these stories are vivid and thought-provoking. They deal with the cultural differences, class differences, and wartime conditions she experienced. A memorable read - you'll never forget her confrontation with some of her fellow women RAF members or how she learned to understand them. Highly recommended.