The Army Historical Foundation celebrates Women’s History Month and recognizes the positive impact Women have had throughout U.S. Army history. Explore below to learn more about the latest AHF and Museum offerings for Women’s History Month.
Explore the Army and Society and Global War Galleries at the National Army Museum. Redd Evans and John Jacob Loeb sang about “Rosie the Riveter” in their World War II era song celebrating the patriotic and hard-working women who stepped up to fill wartime labor vacancies. Plan your visit!
Virtual Field Trips
Like Angels from Heaven: U.S. Army Nurses and the War with Spain Mar. 15 & Mar. 22, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm EST
Explore the contributions of U.S. Army Nurses during the Spanish American War. Learn how their commitment, challenges, and sacrifices created new professional opportunities for women both in the Army and civilian medical facilities. Register.
Our Girls Over There: The Hello Girls of WWI March 14, 12:00 pm-1:00 pm EST
Explore the commitment, sacrifice, and challenges of the Hello Girls during World War I. Learn how these female telephone operators were recruited for specific skills and how their contributions were critical to effective U.S. Army wartime. Register.
Spring Battle Ride
2023 Spring Battle Ride March 25, 7:15 am-7:00 pm EST
There is still time to register for the Spring Battle Ride, “Angels of the Battlefield”: Women in the Civil War. Walk the grounds of battlefields and explore area museums on a full day outing packed with military history and unique Civil War destinations.
Get a Closer Look
Plan your visit to the National Army Museum this month and explore the galleries to pair your virtual field trip with an in-person visit! Get a closer look at the cast figures shared throughout the exhibits along with propaganda posters and unique artifacts. Learn more about the many women who served in WWII and the importance of the American Red Cross founded by nurse Clara Burton.
Soldier Stories Spotlight
Find the stories of women throughout Army history among the pylons of the Museum’s Soldiers’ Stories Gallery. Each freestanding pylon is etched with the image of a Soldier’s face and details of their time in uniform.
Special Exhibition Gallery
Opening Saturday, March 18 in the Special Exhibition Gallery, Mary Whyte’s WE THE PEOPLE: Portraits of Veterans in America features large-scale watercolor portraits of veterans from all walks of life and from all 50 states. Learn more.
