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Women in WWII Took On These 15 Dangerous Jobs

12. Parachute Rigger and Trainer

12. Parachute Rigger and Trainer
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During World War II, women served as parachute riggers and trainers, preparing and packing life-saving parachutes for airborne troops. They often underwent training jumps themselves to ensure safety, with any error potentially being fatal. Their precision and attention to detail saved countless lives during airborne missions. Learn more from nationalww2museum.org.

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