Womens Army Corp

• The Women's Army Corps (WAC) was created in 1942 during World War II as a way to incorporate women into the Army. • Over 150,000 women served in the WAC during WWII, performing a variety of roles including clerical work, medical roles, and military intelligence. • One of the most famous WAC members was Oveta Culp Hobby, who was the first director of the WAC and the first woman to be awarded the Distinguished Service Medal. • WAC members were not initially given the same benefits and recognition as male soldiers, but their contributions to the war effort were invaluable. • After the war, the WAC was disbanded, but it paved the way for future integration of women into the military. • In 1978, the Women's Army Corps was reactivated in response to the increasing role of women in the military. • The WAC was officially disbanded in 1978 when women were fully integrated into the regular Army. • In 1948, the Women's Armed Services Integration Act granted women permanent status in the Army, including the right to serve in combat roles. • The WAC provided opportunities for women to serve their country and break down gender barriers in the military. • Today, women make up a significant portion of the U.S. military, serving in a wide range of roles and positions.