Description
In the 1960s, becoming a stewardess, as they were called at the time, offered women unheard-of opportunities for travel, adventure, and independence. But to get — and keep — the job, women were subject to intense scrutiny over their appearance, grooming, weight, height, marital status, and personality.
"No other job offered as much freedom, with such a high cost of conformity," said Julia Cooke, author of "Come Fly the World," in our documentary FLY WITH ME.
#FlightAttendant #CabinCrew #1960s #Vintage #WomensRights
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