"Hello Girls" of World War I

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History

Age Group:

Adults
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Michigan Women's History includes World War I, won not only on the battlefield, but also at the phone switchboard. Hear master Michigan Storyteller Lois Sprengnether Keel portray Hello Girl Oleda Joure Christides and tell how bilingual operators helped General Pershing "Over There." Oleda was a Michigan teenager, a weekend musician, and telephone supervisor engaged in the 60 year battle to win veteran’s status. Join us for this special program in honor of the 110th anniversary of World War I.