For over 30 years, the all-female Apache 8 firefighting unit has responded to wildfires across the United States while protecting their reservation.
“Apache Women Firefighters”
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For over 30 years, the all-female Apache 8 firefighting unit has responded to wildfires across the United States while protecting their reservation.
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Ericka Hinton, Marjorie Grimes, Vicky Wight, and Cheryl Bones represent the all-female Apache 8 firefighting unit, which has served the Apache Nation and responded to wildfires across the United States for over 30 years. The documentary captures their personal stories of hardship and humor, revealing the strong community ties that unite them. Despite facing gender stereotypes and the challenges of life on a reservation, these women have established themselves as elite firefighters, balancing their demanding roles with family life.
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Why Watch
- Meet fierce firefighters like Ericka Hinton and Marjorie Grimes.
- Find out how Apache 8 combats wildfires across the U.S.
- See the strong community bond among the firefighters.
Did You Know
- Apache 8 has been protecting their reservation for over 30 years.
- The documentary features four women from different generations of the unit.
- The film has a runtime of 57 minutes.
- The director of the film is Lisa Crafts.
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What is the Apache 8 firefighting unit?
The Apache 8 firefighting unit is an all-female team that has been protecting their reservation and responding to wildfires across the United States for over 30 years.
Who directed the documentary Apache 8?
Apache 8 was directed by Lisa Crafts.
How long is the documentary Apache 8?
The documentary has a duration of 57 minutes.
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