Summaries of books by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon:
Ashley's War
The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
The book chronicles the story of a pioneering all-female military unit, known as Cultural Support Teams, that was deployed to Afghanistan to support Special Operations forces by engaging directly with local women to gather intelligence. It focuses on the valor and camaraderie of these women, particularly First Lieutenant Ashley White, as they navigate the challenges of combat and break new ground in a male-dominated arena.
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The Dressmaker of Khair Khana
Five Sisters, One Remarkable Family, and the Woman Who Risked Everything to Keep Them Safe
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
The book tells the true story of Kamila Sidiqi, a young woman who becomes an entrepreneur under the Taliban's oppressive rule in Kabul, Afghanistan, to support her family. It chronicles her journey as she starts a dressmaking business in her home, which not only provides income for her relatives but also becomes a lifeline for her community of women facing similar hardships.
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The Daughters of Kobani
A Story of Rebellion, Courage, and Justice
Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
The book chronicles the all-female Kurdish militia, the YPJ, and their pivotal role in the battle against ISIS in the Syrian town of Kobani. It highlights the personal stories of these women fighters, their fight for gender equality, and their impact on the global stage in the war against extremism.
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