Hello, I'm Marina Raskova, a pioneering aviator and navigator in the Soviet Union. Born on March 28, 1912, my passion for aviation propelled me to achieve remarkable feats in a male-dominated field.

During World War II, I played a crucial role in forming and commanding the three female air regiments known as the "Night Witches," "Day Bombers," and "Guards Bombers." These regiments, composed entirely of women, made significant contributions to the Soviet war effort, flying thousands of missions 