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She was the head of the Womens Auxiliary Army Corp, later just the Womens Army Corps - the WACs. She was selected for this job by President Roosevelt, and directly commissioned as a US Army colonel. Later promoted to general, I think the first female general ever. A no-nonsense woman, who got things done.
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What is the birth name of Oveta Culp Hobby?
Oveta Culp Hobby's birth name is Olveta Culp.
When did Oveta Culp Hobby die?
Oveta Culp Hobby died on August 16, 1995, in Houston, Texas, USA of stroke.
Led the women's army corps or wac?
Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.
Who organized the womens auxiliary army corps?
In WW2 , Oveta Culp Hobby , was the 1st commanding officer of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps which was renamed Women's Army Corps . ~ Additional information at the related link below .
When and where did baseball player Benny Culp die?
Benny Culp died October 23, 2000, in Philadelphia, PA, USA.
What is the birth name of Oveta Culp Hobby?
Oveta Culp Hobby's birth name is Olveta Culp.
When was Oveta Culp Hobby born?
Oveta Culp Hobby was born on January 19, 1905, in Killeen, Texas, USA.
When did Oveta Culp Hobby die?
Oveta Culp Hobby died on August 16, 1995, in Houston, Texas, USA of stroke.
Director of WAC?
Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.
Where was Oveta Culp Hobby born?
Killeen Texas
Led the women's army corps or wac?
Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.
Who was director of the WAC during World War II?
Oveta Culp Hobby .
Who was the director of the WAAC and WAC in World War 2?
Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby was the director of the WAAC/WAC during WW 2.
What are four Texans World War 2?
The Medal of Honor recipient Audie Murphy , Admiral Chester W. Nimitz , Dwight D. Eisenhower and Oveta Culp Hobby .
Was oveta hobby married?
yes.
Who was Oveta Culp Hobby?
Oveta Culp Hobby was an American politician and public servant, best known for her role as the first director of the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) during World War II. She was also the first woman to hold a cabinet position in Texas when she served as the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Additionally, Hobby was a prominent newspaper publisher and a significant figure in Texas politics. Her contributions to military service and women's roles in government have left a lasting legacy.
Did Oveta Culp Hobby have children?
Yes, she had two, both of them born on her birthday! William Hobby, Jr. and Jessica Hobby Cato. Jessica passed away earlier this year and her son, Bill, a former Lieutenant Governor of Texas, still lives in Houston. He has a memoir coming out September 29th.
