Norma Kent of the WACS

Language: EnglishPublished: March 29, 2015

Subjects:

War stories Young women Social life and customs Juvenile fiction Spies World War, 1939-1945 United States. Army Military life Participation, Female United States. Army. Women's Army Corps

Bookshelves:

Fiction Children & Young Adult Reading History - Warfare World War II

Authors:

Meixner, Hedwig Jo [Illustrator]
Snell, Roy J. (Roy Judson)
1878 - 1959

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About this book

In the early 1940s, as World War II raged on, women stepped into roles previously reserved for men, marking a pivotal shift in societal norms. "Norma Kent of the WACS" by Roy J. Snell captures this transformative era through the eyes of Norma Kent, a determined college graduate who joins the Women’s Army Corps (WAC). As she trains at Fort Des Moines, Norma confronts the realities of military life, grappling with camaraderie, duty, and the fight for recognition. This compelling narrative not only highlights the unyielding spirit of women in uniform but also reflects the broader themes of empowerment and service. Ideal for students and civic activists, this novel serves as an essential exploration of women's contributions during wartime.