The Hello Girls
"The Incredible Story of America's First Female Soldiers"
Originally released in 2018. The Hello Girls is a documentary film. directed by James Theres. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Cokie Roberts, Elizabeth Cobbs, and Mark Hough
Synopsis
In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They swore Army oaths, wore uniforms, held rank, and were subject to military justice. By war's end, they had connected over 26 million calls and were recognized by General John J. Pershing for their service. When they returned home, the U.S. government told them they were never soldiers. For 60 years, they fought their own government for recognition. In 1977, with the help of Sen. Barry Goldwater and Congresswoman Lindy Boggs, they won. Unfortunately, only a handful were still alive.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 1, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
0h 56m
56 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lincoln Penny Films
- MJR Visuals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hello Girls about?
In 1918, the U.S. Army Signal Corps sent 223 women to France as telephone operators to help win the Great War. They swore Army oaths, wore uniforms, held rank, and were subject to military justice....
Who directed The Hello Girls?
The Hello Girls was directed by James Theres.
How long is The Hello Girls?
The Hello Girls has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was The Hello Girls released?
The Hello Girls was released on March 1, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hello Girls?
The main cast of The Hello Girls includes Cokie Roberts, Elizabeth Cobbs, Mark Hough, Candy McCorkell, Michelle Christides.