Photograph
Cochrane and ATA Pilots

Jacqueline Cochrane (directly under the propeller) with a group of women pilots in the British Air Transport Auxiliary. One of the leading race and test pilots of her era, Jacqueline Cochrane played an important role in organizing the U.S. Women's Air Service Pilots (WASPs) after she saw the valuable work of the civilian ATA in ferrying aircraft around England. |
Image ID: | 10752 |
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Creation Date: | circa 1941 |
Creator Name: | Unknown |
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Collection Name: | Harry A. Bruno papers, 1919-1969 |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 3268 |
Original Dimensions: | 9.5 x 7.5 inches |
This photograph is from the collection of Harry Bruno who represented both the aviation and cosmetics sides of Cochrane's career. |
Air pilots, Military |
Airplane, Military |
Military uniforms |
Outdoor photography |
Portraits, Group |
Women |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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