War
When did the U.S. fight in WW2
1941-1945
Before WW2, what jobs employed women?
They were homemakers, as secretaries, and clerks.
What was the difference between men and women's pay?
On average, women earned about 50-60% of what men made for doing the same or similar jobs.
As a pilot, what was Hazel Raines mission?
To fly damaged planes back to factories to be repaired without aid of ammunition to defend herself.
Why did Rosie have the flag behind her?
Showing her support for the U.S.
What 2 countries were at war with the U.S. during WW2?
Germany, Japan, Italy
Were women paid the same per hour amount as men in production plants?
No. For example, a male aircraft worker might earn around $1.00 to $1.25 per hour, while a female worker could earn approximately 60 to 80 cents per hour.
Why would women have suffered hearing loss?
The noise from riveting machines, welding, and engines was constant and overwhelming.
What was the branch of the military for women's pilots?
Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP).
What were some of the ways women supported the war effort?
Took the place of men who went to war, joined one of the all women milityaryn units, served as nurses.
What event led to the need for more airplane production in the U.S.?
The bombing of Pearl Harbor by Japan.
Where minorities allowed to work in production plants during WW2?
Black and Latina women were often not hired for factory work because of their race.
How many hours per day did women work in production factories during WW2?
14-16 hours
How did women dress when they built airplane parts?
Button down white blouses and skirts
In what way did women support the war effort?
They worked long hours in production plants.
How many branches in the military were the for women during WW2?
3
How many women worked as civilians during WW2?
19 million
What are some of the skills women learned while working in production plants?
Women quickly acquired technical skills in welding, riveting, and machining. In some cases, they outperformed their male counterparts due to their attention to detail, particularly in precise tasks like assembling aircraft instruments.
How would building airplanes have changed women?
They would have become more muscular and enjoyed earning their own money.
What unit did Hazel Raines join in support of the war effort?
Air Transport Auxillary
How many women served in the military during WW2?
350,000
Who worked in the production factories during WW2?
The labor force included men who were exempt from military service, as well as many women who filled roles traditionally held by men.
What issues did women face in production plants during WW2?
Sexism and harassment
What was it called when planes were flying over dropping bombs?
Air Raides
Would the U.S. have won WW2 without the efforts of women?
No. It is very unlikely that the U.S. would have won WW2 without the efforts of women.