What's The Significance Behind Memorial Day?

Memorial Day is about honoring those lost in the military. Here are some stats about women and the U.S. armed forces over the years.

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On May 27, 2016

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What city was designated as the “birthplace of Memorial Day” in 1966?

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During World War II, about how many women were killed in the line of duty?

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What year was the Navy Nurse Corps established?

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How many women have been awarded the Medal of Honor?

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What year did African-American women first enlist in the Marine Corps?

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What year did the Coast Guard open all of its assignments to women?

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How many American army nurses served in military hospitals during World War I?

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Who was Jemima Warner?

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About how many women were stationed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War?

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What were some of the typical jobs women held to support the war efforts during the American Revolution?

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