Katherine Johnson's Early Years at NACA: Breaking Barriers

The transcript details Katherine's career at NACA, where she worked as a human computer in 1953. Her curiosity led her to question the purpose of her calculations, eventually allowing her to attend meetings, a first for women at NACA. Her assertiveness and involvement in projects made her stand out, leading to special project requests from engineers. The transcript concludes with a review of her achievements and questions about her role.

What challenges did Catherine face when trying to attend meetings at NACA?

In what ways did Catherine assert herself in a male-dominated environment at NACA?