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During World War II, approximately 350,000 American women served in the Armed Forces, with around 16,000 women seeing combat duty. They primarily served in roles such as nurses, support staff, and in auxiliary units, with some women participating directly in combat situations, particularly in the Army Nurse Corps and the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). Their contributions were crucial to the war effort, despite the limited combat roles available to them at the time.
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During World War 2 the army enlisted women for the first time although they were barred from?
Combat
What country used women during World War 2?
Some woman were in the French Resistance. And many women served in the Soviet Red Army (russian army) And no women served in the U.S. army. In Britain, the U.S. and many Allied countries women did serve in the armed forces in World War 2 but not in a combat role. The Soviet Union was unusual in having women in combat. Obviously, in the case of resistance movements, the distinction between combat roles and others may be blurred.
Which two groups benefitted the most from American mobilization during World War I?
Women and African-Americans
What occupations did American women not do during World War 1?
During World War I, American women largely took on roles that supported the war effort, such as nursing, munitions manufacturing, and administrative positions. However, they were largely excluded from combat roles, military leadership positions, and many skilled trades that were traditionally dominated by men. Fields like engineering, heavy machinery operation, and certain scientific research jobs remained predominantly male. Overall, while women made significant strides in the workforce, there were still substantial barriers to their participation in various occupations.
What is a big change world war 2 made in the lives of American women?
Many American women worked outside the home for the first time. Women performed many jobs that had previously only been performed by men, including work in factories, driving, and serving in non-combat roles in the military.
Which nation had the highest ratio of women in combat during World War 2?
Italy
Are American women allowed in combat?
yes
During World War 2 the army enlisted women for the first time although they were barred from?
Combat
Who was an American woman soldier who died in world war 2?
As far as I know there weren't any. The Russians had women in combat roles, but I do not think the US did. Sorry, there were women in the US military, but not in combat roles is what I was trying to say....
How many us women saw combat duty during World War 2?
a rough estimate of 2,000 - 2,500 .
Did the women work has soldiers during World War 2?
Yes, women worked as soldiers, sailors and air personnel. They did everything except front line combat.
The gains made by American women during World War 1 are?
Increased support for women's right to vote.
Did any Australian women engage in combat in World War 2?
No - Australians have only had women in combat for the last 5 to 10 years.
What role women play in American society during world war 2?
riviter
During world war 2 millions of American women did what?
Cheated on their husbands who were fighting in war
Did women do combat in World War II?
In many countries, women were not allowed in combat. But there were cases of women fighting, generally because it was necessary for survival. There were women in the French Resistance. There were women fighting in the Russian Air Force.
How can you join VFW?
Only veterans who have served in an overseas combat zone may join the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Veterans who served during any war, not necessarily in combat, are eligible for membership in the American Legion.
