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For fans of Margot Lee Shetterley and Liza Mundy comes an inspiring feminist tale of a woman who dedicated her entire life to the New York Police Department, upending the patriarchy and the status quo for women working in public service. Corsets, Crime, and the Woman to Change Modern Policing Forever Mary "Mae" Foley was a force to be reckoned with. On one hip she held her makeup compact, on the other, her NYPD badge. When women were fighting for the vote, Mae was fighting crime in the heart of New York City - taking down rapists, boot-leggers, Nazis, and serial killers. One of the first women to be sworn into the police force, Mae not only fought crime in the city that never sleeps, but also did something much bigger - challenged the patriarchal systems that continually tried to shut her and other women down. The result of her efforts? A long career that helped over 2,000 women join her auxiliary police force, the 'Masher Squad.' Mae Foley is proof that women can do anything men can do, all while wearing corsets and the perfect shade of rouge. From renowned author, speaker, and retired U.S. Army Major General Mari K. Eder comes the exciting and superbly researched story of a trailblazer who courageously dedicated her life to public service.

For fans of Radium Girls and WWII history, this book reveals the lives of 15 remarkable yet often overlooked women heroes from the Greatest Generation. These women served, fought, and made significant contributions during WWII, both in and out of uniform, leaving a legacy that will inspire future generations of women. Despite their extraordinary accomplishments, they rarely sought recognition or awards. Among them is Liane B. Russell, who fled Austria and became a prominent U.S. scientist, researching the effects of radiation on embryos and impacting countless lives. Gena Turgel, a prisoner at Bergen-Belsen, cared for Anne Frank during her final days and later dedicated her life to educating children about the Holocaust through her memoir. British sisters Ida and Louise Cook risked their lives to smuggle jewelry and furs to help refugees, also providing temporary housing for immigrant families in London. Retired U.S. Army Major General Mari K. Eder authored this book to ensure these vital stories are told, highlighting the bravery and resilience of women who played crucial roles during the war. Their legacy is one that will empower generations to come.