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Who became the first director of the WAVES?
Mildred H. McAfee
When was the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve) established?
July 21, 1942
What was the purpose of establishing the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve)?
To release officers and men for sea duty and replace them with women in shore establishments
Who was responsible for allowing women to serve in the Navy with Public Law 689?
Navy's Women's Advisory Council
What were the eligibility criteria for officer candidate school for women in the WAVES?
Aged 20 to 49 and possess a college degree or have two years of college and two years of equivalent professional or business experience
Test your knowledge about the United States Naval Reserve (Women's Reserve) during World War II, also known as the WAVES. Learn about the history of women's involvement in the U.S. Navy during this crucial period.
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