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Who became the first director of the WAVES?
Who became the first director of the WAVES?
- Eleanor Roosevelt
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
- Margaret Chung
- Mildred H. McAfee (correct)
When was the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve) established?
When was the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve) established?
- July 21, 1942 (correct)
- August 3, 1942
- July 30, 1942
- July 4, 1942
What was the purpose of establishing the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve)?
What was the purpose of establishing the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve)?
- To provide training for women in the Navy
- To increase the overall strength of the Navy
- To establish a separate women's branch of the Navy
- To release officers and men for sea duty and replace them with women in shore establishments (correct)
Who was responsible for allowing women to serve in the Navy with Public Law 689?
Who was responsible for allowing women to serve in the Navy with Public Law 689?
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What were the eligibility criteria for officer candidate school for women in the WAVES?
What were the eligibility criteria for officer candidate school for women in the WAVES?
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