… enlisted in the delayed entry program, in 1974. I left for basic training on July 7,1974 & graduated in Oct. I had a bad ear infection & was delayed from starting basic until it was all cleared up. I have made photos of all of my unit’s graduation book. It would be so awesome if I could re-connect w any of the friends that I made back then. I will be posting their photos later. I’m glad to find this group of veterans.

The Women’s Army Corps (WAC) was the official women’s branch of the United States Army, established during World War II to free up men for combat roles by taking over essential non-combat jobs. [1, 2, 3, 4]

History and Origins

• Started as the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) on May 15, 1942.
• Converted to active-duty status as the WAC on July 1, 1943, giving women full military rank and benefits.
• Led by its first director, Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.
• Disbanded on October 20, 1978, when female units were fully integrated into regular male units. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Jobs and RolesPerformed hundreds of vital support duties, including working as switchboard operators, mechanics, bakers, drivers, and postal workers.Served in sensitive roles such as cryptologists, parachute riggers, and technical specialists on the Manhattan Project.Deployed globally across every major theater of World War II operations. [1, 2, 3]If you would like to know more, let me know if you are interested in:Famous members or leaders of the WACTraining facilities like Fort Des MoinesPost-WWII integration and history

These photos are of some of my friends in basic. I don’t know why we didn’t stay in touch. Life, I guess. I celebrated my 25th birthday during basic training. I was one of the oldest women & I already had a child.