Never before had the boundaries between home front and front ... opportunities saw very many more women aware of their potential and the need for change. WW2: How did the heroes of the Caribbean ...

This national historical park honors the estimated 18 million women who joined defense and support industries ... Photo courtesy of the National Park Service, Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home front NHP.

The money they earned helped the family's budget and they made new friends in the factory, office or shop. MRS JOHNSON: With this war on, everyone’s got to do their bit. A bit makes it sound ...