Welcome to World War S.H.E., a project fueled by the passion and expertise of six historians — the Rosies 💪🏼 — dedicated women armed with master's degrees and a shared commitment to exploring World War II in a way that goes beyond the ordinary. We've come together to offer you more than just a glimpse into history; we're here to share a fresh and dynamic perspective on the lives and experiences that defined this pivotal era.
We’re not your typical textbook crew. Think of us as your WWII history BFFs. Our collaboration not only seeks to breathe new life into the well-known narratives of the war you might already know but also hopes to uncover the often-overlooked stories that, together, shaped the course of history. As curious minds steeped in the subject matter, we're bringing the forgotten aspects of World War II into the spotlight, exposing their profound impact on the past and their lasting echoes today.
Meet the Rosies
Laura Bailey
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Laura Bailey is a lifelong native and resident of Guilford County, North Carolina. She received her undergraduate degree from UNC-G majoring in Business Management & Marketing with a minor in Sociology. She holds a Master’s Degree in WWII Studies from Arizona State University. She and her husband reside in Gibsonville. She is currently the President of Bibey Machine & Fabrication Company, established in Greensboro, NC in 1978. She serves on Truist’s Community Advisory Board; is the President-Elect of the Greensboro History Museum; Secretary of The George S. Patton Foundation USA, and is the Managing Editor for the WWII Monuments website on behalf of Arizona State University and the National WWII Museum in New Orleans.
Carys Caffarel
Carys Caffarel was born in England and moved to Texas at age 7, sparking a love of analyzing perspectives which eventually led her to becoming a scholar of WWII. She has a bachelor of arts in anthropology from LSU, a master of arts in WWII Studies from ASU and currently works as a geographic information systems (GIS) technician at a cultural resource management firm in New Orleans, Louisiana. While she does not have a familial connection with WWII, her extensive background in anthropology/archaeology has cultivated a love for working directly with artifacts. Being able to experience history first hand has created a passion for preservation and an overall desire to continue the transgenerational discussion of WWII and how the multifaceted nature of the topic will/continues to be relevant in today's society.
Angélica Cordero
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Angélica Cordero is a story cultivator, having worked in marketing & communications across a variety of industries for over a decade. Given her broad interests in all things story & on set experience, Angélica's work spans the development process, from concept through script to packaging with an emphasis on research, structure, & potential narrative continuity across multiple platforms. As a marketing professional, Angélica's leadership on digital & field campaigns has garnered local & statewide success for reputable brands like Dr. Pepper, Verizon Wireless, Ford, and Wendy's. She also produced a podcast & an award-winning short film for a private architectural firm recognized nationwide by the American Institute of Architects in 2018. Since 2014, she has volunteered with TEDxSanAntonio as Programming Chair, now Licensee, leading event programming & planning, working with organizers, speakers, & advisors. As a result, over 180 recorded talks have been produced, earning more than 5 million views on YouTube. When not working on her commitment to read 100 books in the year, she can be found supporting research for an upcoming true crime podcast and other entertainment industry projects.
Julia Gimbel
Book | Facebook | Master’s Portfolio
Julia McCurdy Gimbel was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and still resides there with her husband Josh. She received a Bachelors in Home Economic Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1984. In late 2019, Julia returned to academia and went on to earn her Master’s in World War II Studies from Arizona State University and The National WWII Museum in 2022. Julia’s interest in the war was sparked by the discovery of a 60-page handwritten journal her late father tucked into the spine of a family scrapbook. Her research into his writings led to the 2020 publication of her award-winning book “Student, Sailor, Skipper, Survivor – How WWII Transformed the Lives of Ordinary Americans.” Find her on Facebook @JuliaWritesWWII where she shares interesting stories about the war and the people who experienced it with over 19,000 followers. When not working on these pursuits, Julia enjoys making and selling jewelry, haunting thrift shops, volunteering, and spending time at the family’s place in New Orleans.
Robin LaCorte
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Robin Roodhouse LaCorte grew up in Mesa, Arizona listening to the stories of World War II from her dad, a sailor aboard the USS Princeton that sank in a fierce battle off the Surigao Strait in 1944. Robin graduated from Hood College and taught Family and Consumer Science for ten years, pausing her career while raising her family. Traveling with the National World War II Museum on the Easy Company: England to the Eagle’s Nest trip reignited her passion for WWII history and fueled her pursuit of a master’s degree in World War II Studies at Arizona State University, graduating in the program’s first cohort. Post-graduation, she interned at the Arizona Jewish Historical Society, working with Holocaust survivor testimonies. Currently she is the Holocaust Education Program Coordinator for the Martin-Springer Institute at Northern Arizona University where she focuses on the development and implementation of educational programs and initiatives to increase and enhance Holocaust education throughout the state. She also serves on the Arizona Task Force for Holocaust & Genocide Education. In her spare time, she enjoys attending music festivals, researching historical recipes, historical travel and enjoying a nice glass of wine with friends and family.
Mary Ellen Page
Mary Ellen Page lives in the Phoenix metro area. She graduated from the University Illinois in Speech Communications and spent the early part of her career on the air and behind the scenes at Public Radio venues in 3 states. She also worked in LGBTQ and human rights advocacy. When she discovered that Arizona State University offered a master’s degree in WWII Studies she quickly applied and graduated in 2021. Her passion for WWII began when she saw the film Patton at age 10 and started collecting LIFE Magazines from the WWII era in high School. She has a passion for WWII movies, particularly those made during the war. After graduating from ASU, she started working at the Arizona Jewish Historical Society, first as a volunteer and then on staff as their museum’s Gallery Coordinator. She is working on the content for a new Holocaust education center and museum that the historical society is building. She is dedicated to keeping the stories of the Holocaust and WWII alive to educate and prevent future wars and genocide and to honor the heroes and victims of World War II.
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