In 1932, when less than 1% of pilots in the U.S. were women, Hazel Ying Lee was one of them. Lee, the first Chinese-American woman aviator, was also the first Chinese-American woman to fly for the United States military. Women Airforce Service Pilots were often assigned the least desirable missions, such as winter trips in open cockpit airplanes. Lee flew ferrying and administrative flights in the PT17s, T-6 Texans, and the C-47, which could transport up to 6,000 pounds of cargo. In 1944, Lee at

3.7K views · 77 reactions | In 1942, Hazel Ying Lee was one of the first Chinese American women to join the Women's Airforce Service Pilots amid widespread anti-Asian sentiment and policies. Author Susan Tate Ankeny's new book, "American Flygirl," explores Lee's story—one of a spirited fighter and trailblazer in American history. Watch our conversation with Ankeny about one of World War II's most unique unsung heroes here: https://bit.ly/4cbEVek | The National WWII Museum | Facebook

16 reactions | Happy Independence day, everyone! #DYK that Asian American women have served and fought for United States' freedom, too? Here's a name who deserves a place in history: Hazel Ying Lee. Hit play and get to know her story. | AARP AAPI Community | Facebook