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"Are Women Any Different?" Modine Unit Heaters Advertisement, 1943
Modine Manufacturing Co. released an advertisement in 1943 that posed the issue of women and their difference in the workplace; claiming their difference in their "strength, physiological reactions, and mental attitudes," the ad suggests that their…
"Doors Open for Women," 1943 Article
In early 1943, the discussions regarding women entering the workplace and the military circulated a positive response in women, seeing the opportunities created by the war as a step in the right direction for the country's view toward women's…
"Information Separation Pamphlet," Women's Army Corps, War Department
As the demobilization of women from the military was underway post-WWII, the U.S. War Department released informative pamphlets out to the women to thank them for their service and lay out their potential next steps.
"Life in the WAAC," Recruiting Advertisement, 1943
In order to get more women involved in the war, the Recruiting and Induction Station of the U.S. Army released an advertisement involving a Q&A about being in the WAAC. It includes the persuasive language necessary to convince women that to be…
"Parts for Tank Guns -- Made by Women," Chrysler Corporation Advertisement 1943
In 1943, Chrysler released an advertisement of women assembling parts for tank guns, including a message of women's influence on production during World War II.
"Shipyard Trouble Shooter," Elinore Herrick, 1944
American Magazine highlighted the incredible career of Elinore Herrick, the Director of Labor Relations for Todd's Shipyards, who served as an emblem for the industrial woman, especially during World War II.
"Vegetables for Victory," 1943 Article
For those who could only contribute to the war effort from the comfort of their homes, victory gardens quickly became known from household to household. During a time of rationing and food shortage, Americans were asked to grow their own as their…
"WAVES," LIFE Magazine Cover, 1943
LIFE Magazine made the cover of their March 1943 issue a striking photo of women in WAVES, the Navy's women's reserve.
"What Next For Women?" Speech, Presented by Margaret Hickey
Margaret Hickey, a women's advocate and President of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women's Clubs from 1944-1946, delivered a speech at a conference with a call to action: that women become more politically active and create a…
"Winning the War," 1943 Article
In June of 1943, Independent Woman Magazine released an informative call-to-action article about women's involvement in "winning the war." The information includes solving the manpower problem, concerns with drafting and equal wages, community…