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In development of humanities-focused exploration, Uniting US is amassing oral histories from women veterans who serviced in the military and stories of women who lost their lives in combat over the last 80 years. Discussions using a chronological review guide of the governing (and changing) policies regarding women in service will be compared to the oral histories, shared experiences, and historical evidence of the contributions and achievements of women in the military. Ultimately, highlighting the challenging policies and social attitudes toward women in the military hindering equality for women over the last eight decades.  

Fractured Image by Army Veteran Diana De Avila

Critical partnership with Virginia Tech brings this in-person program to the University and community.  Thanks to the generous support of the Virginia Humanities, audio/video content, program information, and shared experiences and stories will be available to the public.