A Victory Job Flashcard

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In what year did two women present themselves for enlistment at a recruiting centre in Adelaide?

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1940

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Which branch of the Australian armed forces was the first to enlist women?

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Royal Australian Air Force

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Who was the Director of the WRANS until 1945?

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Margaret Curtis-Otter

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What was a major concern about women joining the military during WWII?

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They would compromise their femininity

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What was the pay rate for women in the auxiliary compared to men?

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Two-thirds of men's pay

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How many women served in the AWAS, WRANS, and WAAAF during WWII?

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Over 53,000

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What was the public opinion on women's employment post-WWII according to a Gallup poll?

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Men should have first preference for jobs

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When did women return to the military sphere after WWII?

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1951

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What percentage of the Australian Defence Force is made up of women today?

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20%

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Who is the author of the article 'A Victory Job'?

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Meghan Adams