We Can Do It!

When the United States joined World War II, every available hand was needed. While period gender roles may have prevented women from serving equitably to men, many women lent their time and energy to aid the war effort. Some joined military service groups, like the Women’s Army Corps and the Army Nurse Corps. Others volunteered with their local Red Cross or USO group. The Hampton Roads Port of Embarkation saw thousands of women volunteering through these groups and more. Join us as we explore the lives of military and civilian women on the peninsula during World War II.