Maureen Perry, daughter of polar explorer Robert Peary, embarked on a mission to Greenland in 1932 to honor her father's legacy. During her expedition, she received the Society of Women Geographers' flag from Harriet Chalmers Adams, the society's first president. The documentary details the society's role in promoting women's contributions to exploration and science. It features notable members like Dr. Annie Smith Peck and Dr. Mary E. McLeod, who ventured into uncharted territories, shaping the future for female scientists and explorers.

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Meet pioneering women like Maureen Perry and Catherine Sullivan.
Find out about the Society of Women Geographers' flag expeditions.
See how women have shaped exploration history.

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Maureen Perry set off for Greenland in 1932 to honor her father.
Catherine Sullivan was the first woman to walk in space and visit Challenger Deep.
The Society of Women Geographers was led by Harriet Chalmers Adams as its first president.

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Catherine Sullivan was the first woman to walk in space.

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Harriet Chalmers Adams was the first president of the Society of Women Geographers.

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Maureen Perry set off for Greenland in 1932.

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