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History Archive
Volunteering For Vietnam: African-American Servicewomen
Explore the history of African-American women who volunteered for military service during the Vietnam War.Puerto Rican Servicewomen Answer the Call to Serve
Puerto Rican women's service to our country dates back to World War I. Explore the rich history of Puerto Rico's military women.Women Enter the Military Academies
In 1976, women entered US military academies for the first time. Learn how the academies became co-educational institutions and some of the early obstacles women faced.Deborah Sampson Gannett: Revolutionary War Soldier
Robert Shurtliff enlisted in the Continental Army in 1782 and served honorably until a secret was discovered–this soldier was actually a woman masquerading in men’s clothing. Read this fascinating story about the first woman known to have served as an American soldier.Clara Barton: Founder of the American Red Cross
A 38-year-old spinster was so moved by the stories of the Civil War wounded that she threw herself into war-relief efforts and even ventured onto the battlefields to nurse fallen soldiers. Learn how Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross and became an historical icon.Dr. Mary Edwards Walker: Surgeon and Medal of Honor Recipient
Civil War contract surgeon Mary E. Walker is the only woman in US history to have been awarded the Medal of Honor. Read about the extraordinary life and service of this woman–a doctor, POW and the recipient of our nation’s highest award.CAPT Joy Bright Hancock: “Lady in the Navy”
Among the first group of women ever to serve in the Navy as World War I Yeomen (F) was a young woman named Joy Bright Hancock. By the time she retired from active duty in June 1953, CAPT Hancock was a principal voice for women's equality in the military. Read about this great “Lady in the Navy.”COL Oveta Culp Hobby: First Director of the WAAC/WAC
The Army was seeking a woman who was business savvy, dignified and charismatic; and one who would not only serve as the first director of the WAAC/WAC, but who could inspire young women to join the service in WWII. Learn how COL Oveta Culp Hobby fit the bill.CAPT Beverly Kelley & CMC Diane Bucci (Ret.): Coast Guard Ship Commanders
Nearly a decade apart, two Coast Guard women take command and make history. Read about the experimental beginnings of Coast Guard women at sea and how far they came in just 10 years.CPT Linda Bray: First Woman to Lead US Troops In Battle
During the invasion of Panama in 1989, Army CPT Linda Bray became the first woman to lead US troops in battle. Learn about her command of the 988th Military Police Company out of Ft. Benning, GA, and its implications on future policy.