"Any woman contemplating the Navy as a career needs to read about this amazing trailblazer."-Margaret Best, Award-Winning author of Dandelion Child. This easy-to-read memoir explores how Captain Doris Vail opened doors to women in non-traditional jobs, on ships, and at Naval Academies. Once a sick, yet courageous child, she grew into a caring, competent, influential Naval officer. She served as a trailblazer helping create opportunities for women in the United States Navy. More women serve today than ever before. Read how doors opened for them in a traditionally male society.