Kayleen Reusser

As a biographical account of thirteen women who volunteered to work in different fields allowed for females in WWII, Born to be Soldiers: Those Plucky Women of World War II, by Kayleen Reusser, offers a unique and personal perspective from each of the women interviewed for the book.

The book is a condensed version of the individual histories of these courageous, patriotic and valiant young ladies who fought and defied the odds, as well as family and public opinion, to serve in the Women's Air Service Pilots (WASP), Women's Army Corps (WAC), Army Nurse Corps, Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service (WAVES), and Semper Paratus, Always Ready (the Coast Guard's motto and translation in Latin).

Photographs at the end of each woman's account of her service add realism and awe to the book and help instill newfound gratefulness for all the young patriotic women did and accomplished.

Embarked on a road less traveled though no less important to the war effort, these intrepid women smashed barriers and paved the way for future women to fulfill their hopes, dreams and aspirations to defend their country, too. Blazing the way and paving the road with their blood, sweat, tears and determination were "Those Plucky Women of World War II."

I received this book from the author. However, my review is voluntary, and all opinions are my own.… (more)