Nadezhda (Nadia) Popova, a distinguished Soviet pilot, served heroically in the 588th Night Bomber Regiment during World War II, known as the "Night Witches." Born in 1921, Popova's passion for aviation led her to volunteer for the Soviet Air Force when Nazi Germany invaded the Soviet Union. She flew over 852 missions in outdated Polikarpov Po-2 biplanes, utilizing stealth tactics to harass German forces. Despite the constant danger, including returning with her plane riddled with bullet holes, Popova's bravery and skill earned her the title Hero of the Soviet Union. Her legacy, along with that of her comrades, remains a testament to the courage and resilience of the Night Witches.

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