Read about the WAACS, WAVES, and nurses of World War II, then explore the related activities.
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Holidays:
WAACS, WAVES, and Nurses
Excerpted from
The 20th Century
This comprehensive book presents highlights of each decade from the 1900s to the 1990s. It examines the political, economic, social, cultural, scientific, and technological advances of the twentieth century and introduces students to the individuals who made history in each decade.
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