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World War II Contributions — Quiz

Question 4 • New Mexico History

Which role did many members of WAC and WAVES hold during the war?

Answer
A
clerks, drivers, and communications operators
B
heavy weapons operators in combat zones
C
pilots leading bombing missions
D
scientists developing new weapons

Explanation

WAC (Women’s Army Corps) and WAVES (the Navy’s women’s reserve) members often took support jobs that freed men for combat. Many worked as clerks, drivers, and communications operators. They generally did not serve as combat troops or lead bombing missions.

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