Cornelia Fort

American soldier and pilot

Cornelia Fort - American soldier and pilot
Born

1919
106 years ago

Died

March 21st, 1943
82 years ago — 24 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Served as a pilot in the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP) during World War II. Advocated for the inclusion of women in military aviation. Flew various aircraft, including cargo planes and training missions. Died in a training accident while serving in the military.

Served in the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP)

Advocated for women in military aviation

Died in a training accident during World War II

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