The Pin-up Girls of Yank, The Army Weekly

The Pin-up Girls of Yank, The Army Weekly

Yank, the Army Weekly was a military publication sold to deployed soldiers during World War II. To boost soldiers’ morale, each issue contained a pin-up girl. These lovely ladies were some of the most famous actresses, models, and dancers of their time.

This book features the pin-up girls in the 1942 and 1943 issues of Yank. Inside you’ll find photos of Betty Grable, Ava Gardner, Hedy Lamarr, Anne Gwynne, Elyse Knox, and many more. Bios are included for each girl.

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