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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

We explored how figures like Arthur Rhys Davids were transformed into symbols of heroism and what these stories reveal about memory, masculinity, and the human realities behind the legend. Listen on any major platform: linktr.ee/SayItWithHis... #SayItWithHistory #HistoryPodcast

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

I recently joined @holleysnaith.bsky.social on Say It With History to talk about the myth of the World War I fighter ace and how those stories were shaped by media, class, and culture. Take a listen wherever here: open.spotify.com/episode/5vXP...

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World War I Fighter Aces: Myth vs Reality in Early Air Combat with Abby Whitlock

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Dr Paul Huddie @paulhuddie.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Coming soon! My (and friends') new book: link.springer.com/book/9783032.... Enjoy #milwelfhist #military #welfare

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

I will be discussing how the now iconic imagery of the First World War fighter pilot influenced cinema, modern fashion, and advertising and helped shape our memory of the First World War. You can register for the virtual lecture here: www.rafmuseum.org.uk/midlands/wha...

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Virtual Lecture: Myth in Motion - RAF Museum

Myth in Motion: The Visual Language of the First World War Aviator On Thursday 27 August 2026 at 6pm, Abby Whitlock will trace how the aviator aesthetic […]

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

I am excited to share that I will be taking part in the The Royal Air Force Museum's 2026 lecture series. On August 27 at 1 PM EST/ 6 PM BST, I will be presenting “Myth in Motion: The Visual Language of the First World War Aviator”.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

My paper is a part of the "Pedagogy, Integration, Reform: U.S. WWII Foundations and Their Afterlives " panel and looks at two service personnel-oriented publications to analyze the American military’s evolving relationship with mass literacy, civic education, and morale.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

I'm happy to share that I will be presenting at the March 2026 Society for Military History conference in Arlington, VA. My paper is "'Better Soldiers Through Better Knowledge': Army Talks, the GI Roundtable Series, and the Pedagogical Front in the European Theater". @smh-historians.bsky.social

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Military Welfare History Network @milwelfhist.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

In March @paulhuddie.bsky.social will chair a dedicated #milwelfhist panel whoch will include Dr Michael Robinson @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social @drmichaelreeve.bsky.social and Dragos Ianc. Drop by if you are attending

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 23/05/2024

I'm working on an article on developments in aviation psychology and medicine during the First World War!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 23/05/2024

Hope I can come back on sometime to ramble some more!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 25/01/2024

Best of luck, and I hope you find some more information - it sounds like a fascinating subject!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 25/01/2024

@lorrden.openorbit.org Considering it concerns a Mosquito, you could also inquire with the Royal Air Force Museum’s Historian and Academic Access Manager, Dr Megan Kelleher. She might be able to give some direction on staff or specialists that may be able to help!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 25/01/2024

@lorrden.openorbit.org I might suggest reaching out to the research/collections departments at the Flygvapenmuseum with the inquiry. They may be able to help in terms of service records, photographic research, tracking down combat reports, etc.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 25/01/2024

Hi @lorrden.openorbit.org , my apologies the delay in getting back to you. I'm afraid I am not as well versed in the Swedish Air Force, but I do know the Flygvapenmuseum has a sizeable WWII collection focused on the expansion of the Swedish Air Force.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 18/01/2024

So glad you enjoyed it! I hope to talk about the post 70s representations soon!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 04/01/2024

Yes I did! I am going to try and respond today- sorry it was a hectic day at work yesterday!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 03/01/2024

While I certainly agreed and get frustrated with the characters every time I watch, it is kind of refreshing in a way to have such unlikeable characters. They are very human without being a sort of caricature of a flawed, insufferable person. Still doesn't mean I like the characters...

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

Because it's not healthy to show affection for your friends except in a volleyball game, right?

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

When you look at photos from the era you always see physical affection which is written out in later films- linking arms, hugs, sitting close together, etc. once you get into the 50s and onward you don't get that and instead get the stoic distance to dispel any sort of homoeroticism.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

This film brings so much to the table. There's the widely interpreted kiss between Arlen and Rogers's characters. What I appreciate about Wings (and The Dawn Patrol) is how realistic affection is shown between pilots.

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The Aviation Show @theaviation.show · 02/01/2024

Rewatching Wings and as impressive as the flying sequences and the bubbles are, Clara Bow is the best thing about this film by miles.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

I totally agree. As a woman, it can be frustrating to watch Harlow's character and how much the film is centered on her sexuality being for the men, not her own confidence or self-worth. Bow by far stands alone as an individual and not just there for the men.

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

Of course! Happy to help track down versions!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

It could certainly be a good debate! :)

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

Same with films like The Dawn Patrol!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

You can find versions of it on YouTube and then on the Internet Archive!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/01/2024

@damcasterspod.bsky.social honestly I'm totally fine with that! There's so much to say about her! And same goes for Jean Harlow in Hells Angels!

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 22/12/2023

My review of Mark C. Wilkins's "Aero-Neurosis: Pilots of the First World War and the Psychological Legacies of Combat" is now live with the Journal of First World War Studies! www.tandfonline.com/eprint/PX2UA...

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Abby S. Whitlock @abbyswhitlock.bsky.social · 02/12/2023

A huge thank you to EPOCH History Magazine for publishing my article on the post-9/11 success and interpretation of Band of Brothers. This show was one of pieces of media that got me into military history, so it means the world to me: www.epoch-magazine.com/post/for-the...

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For the “Ordinary Man”: A Reflection on the Post-9/11 Perception of HBO’s Band of Brothers

HBO’s Band of Brothers is considered to be one of the most beloved and acclaimed miniseries of all time.

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