Fly Like a Girl
One Woman's Dramatic Fight in Afghanistan and on the Home Front
By Mary Jennings Hegar | Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
About the book
A Young Readers Edition of a compelling story of courage and triumph, this is the inspiring true story of Major Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere.
On July 29, 2009, Air National Guard Major Mary Jennings Hegar was shot down while on a Medevac mission in Afghanistan. Despite being wounded, her courageous actions saved the lives of her crew and their patients, earning her the Purple Heart as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Device. That day also marked the beginning of a new mission: convincing the U.S. Government to allow women to serve openly on the front line of battle for the first time in American history.
With exclusive photographs throughout, Fly Like a Girl tells the inspiring true story of Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere. Includes exclusive photographs throughout, a discussion guide, and a Q&A with the author written specifically for teen readers.
Praise for Fly Like a Girl:
\"An honest portrayal of one woman's battles in and out of combat zones.\"--Kirkus Reviews
Editions of Fly Like a Girl
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780593117767
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780593117781
- EBook
- ISBN 9780593117774
Read an Excerpt
A Young Readers Edition of a compelling story of courage and triumph, this is the inspiring true story of Major Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere.
On July 29, 2009, Air National Guard Major Mary Jennings Hegar was shot down while on a Medevac mission in Afghanistan. Despite being wounded, her courageous actions saved the lives of her crew and their patients, earning her the Purple Heart as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Device. That day also marked the beginning of a new mission: convincing the U.S. Government to allow women to serve openly on the front line of battle for the first time in American history.
With exclusive photographs throughout, Fly Like a Girl tells the inspiring true story of Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere. Includes exclusive photographs throughout, a discussion guide, and a Q&A with the author written specifically for teen readers.
Praise for Fly Like a Girl:
\"An honest portrayal of one woman's battles in and out of combat zones.\"--Kirkus Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fly Like a Girl about?
A Young Readers Edition of a compelling story of courage and triumph, this is the inspiring true story of Major Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere.
On July 29, 2009, Air National Guard Major Mary Jennings Hegar was shot down while on a Medevac mission in Afghanistan. Despite being wounded, her courageous actions saved the lives of her crew and their patients, earning her the Purple Heart as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor Device. That day also marked the beginning of a new mission: convincing the U.S. Government to allow women to serve openly on the front line of battle for the first time in American history.
With exclusive photographs throughout, Fly Like a Girl tells the inspiring true story of Mary Jennings Hegar--a brave and determined woman who gave her all for her country, her sense of justice, and for women everywhere. Includes exclusive photographs throughout, a discussion guide, and a Q&A with the author written specifically for teen readers.
Praise for Fly Like a Girl:
\"An honest portrayal of one woman's battles in and out of combat zones.\"--Kirkus Reviews
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Fly Like a Girl?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: General interest > Children’s / Teenage general interest: Biography and autobiography
Where can I read a sample of Fly Like a Girl?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780593117767
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Fly Like a Girl?
Mary Jennings Hegar
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Fly Like a Girl is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780593117767) and paperback(ISBN 9780593117781) and ebook(ISBN 9780593117774)
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