Description
The United States entry into World War II placed huge demands on the “home front.” With men being called into combat, women filled many of the industrial jobs. Women and minorities found work in plants making aircraft, ships and weapons. The image of a woman doing hard-core “man’s” work motivated many to aid in the war effort. The National Park Service now honors them at the Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park in Richmond, CA.
