Women in World War II drove fire engines and ambulences. They operated search lights radio and radar equipment. Some were mechanics for armed forces vehicles and airplanes. Some were secretaries, nurses, and clerks. Some were spies. Others worked on farms, or in factories.
Many women worked 8 or more hours every day.
"Women in World War II
Rosie the Riveter was the media icon associated with female defense workers during World War II.
Women were convinced that they were being patriotic by working and volunteering in World War II. They wanted to make sure their husbands, sons, lovers and brothers came home safely and as soon as possible.
working in factories.
Since many men were away fighting the war, women stepped in to do agricultural work.
Monument to the Women of World War II was created in 2005.
See Rosie the Riveter/World War II Homefront National Historical Park.
During World War II many women entered the workforce. The end of World War II affected women in the workplace as many of them returned home instead of staying in the workplace.
See Rosie the Riveter/World War II Homefront National Historical Park,Richmond, California.
Gave them a taste of economic self reliance and incorporated them into the work world.
Many women worked 8 or more hours every day.
"Women in World War II
Rosie the Riveter was the media icon associated with female defense workers during World War II.
During World War II many women entered the workforce. The end of World War II affected women in the workplace as many of them returned home instead of staying in the workplace.
Women were convinced that they were being patriotic by working and volunteering in World War II. They wanted to make sure their husbands, sons, lovers and brothers came home safely and as soon as possible.
During World War II many women entered the workforce. The end of World War II affected women in the workplace as many of them returned home instead of staying in the workplace.