In honor of Women’s History Month, join Foundation for Women Warriors on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, at 4:00pm PT for an online screening of The Hello Girls.
This documentary features rare 100-year-old film footage of America’s first female soldiers courtesy of the National Archives and never-before-seen photos from family archives.
In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They swore Army oaths, wore uniforms, held rank, and were subject to military justice. By war’s end, they had connected over 26 million calls and were recognized by General John J. Pershing for their service. When they returned home however, the U.S. government told them they were never soldiers.
In December 2024, President Biden signed into law a bill awarding the women of the Hello Girls with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian award given by the United States Congress to those who have made significant contributions to American history and culture.
Join us to celebrate this historical milestone and honor the legacy of the Hello Girls of WWI
.
