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University Express - WAVES: During WWII 83,000 women enlisted in the WAVES program

University Express - WAVES: During WWII 83,000 women enlisted in the WAVES program

During WWII 83,000 women enlisted in the WAVES program. This program, under the guidance of the US Navy, taught women Naval jobs stateside so men could be relieved of desk duty and enter the combat zones. This presentation will give an overview of the WAVES program and take you through the lives of two women who kept detailed scrapbooks. Instructor: Shane Stephenson Director of Museum Collections, Buffalo Naval Park

This program is for those ages 55 and up. Registration is required and space is limited. Please call 693-5043, or stop by to register!

Date:
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Time:
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Library Name:
City of Tonawanda Public Library
Audience:
  Senior  
Categories:
  Lectures, Talks & Panels  

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