The remarkable history of Pittsburgh’s women during World War II is presented in this documentary, Women in the Wings: Pittsburgh World War II Workers. While America’s men fought overseas, women in Pittsburgh built glider wings at the Heinz factory. The gliders were used by Allied troops to carry men and supplies behind enemy lines. The film utilizes extensive interviews, photographs and music to take a nostalgic step into history through the eye of these dedicated women.
28 minutes
“I really believe that common cause was the true meaning of what we did…. we felt needed and we felt that we were doing something really great.”-Kathryn Nolan