TIME.com - Flight

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1940s: With the world at war, airline uniforms had a decidedly military bearing. But crisp pleats and good posture weren't enough: warm smiles were also considered part of the job. Chicago & Southern's flight attendants were trained to reflect the hospitality of their airline's southern roots