Tribute to the female pilots of World War II — the Womens Air Service Pilots, or WASP, who flew over 60 million miles, testing aircraft, ferrying planes from factories to bases at home and abroad, towing targets for mid-air gunnery practice, and engaging in simulated missions. This unit of over 1,100 brave,dedicated pilot was unceremoniously disbanded, and the women asked to return to domestic duties, towards the end of the war. The group did not receive military status (or qualify for veterans benefits) until 1977.  The 70th anniversary of the disbandment is December 20, 2024.  
 
Mixed media — Pheasant feathers, Murano glass, freshwater pearls, quartz, calcite, ambronite, onyx, dollhouse miniatures, frame, paper, artboard, custom wood frame with museum glass
 
Frame color:    Black
Size in inches: 20 x 25 x 4