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The Italian Culrural Foundation at Casa Belvedere

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The Italian Cultural Foundation at Casa Belvedere is a vital and important part of our community!
In addition to our robust menu of exceptional arts, cultural and educational program offerings, in 2023 The Italian Cultural Foundation launched a Scholarship Fund.

The Fund provides an opportunity for Casa Belvedere members and friends to work together to empower the next generation of Italian American leaders.
To support The Italian Cultural Foundation Scholarship Fund, please add a note that your donation is earmarked for the scholarship fund.

To learn more pleases visit our Scholarship Fund

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The Italian Culrural Foundation at Casa Belvedere
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WASP: Women Airforce Service Pilots
During World War II, nearly 1,100 highly trained women served as Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). They tested, ferried, and flew aircraft, operating every type of plane used by the U.S. Army Air Forces.
These women stepped into the cockpit to handle a massive shortage of male pilots. While some were restricted to non-combat duties, others flew directly onto the front lines.
Despite their highly dangerous work, WASPs were classified as civilian civil servants rather than military personnel. Thirty-eight WASP pilots lost their lives in service, but because they lacked military status, the government did not pay for their funerals or provide military honors. They were finally granted retroactive military veteran status in 1977.

 

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