WAAAF women drive trucks and cars, Australia 1943

The video discusses the recognition of skilled drivers handling various vehicles, including tractors, trucks, ambulances, and staff cars. It highlights the dedication of drivers in maintaining their vehicles and the controlled distribution of petrol. The video also covers the responsibilities of drivers in managing mail runs and logistics, concluding with preparations for deployment to New Guinea.

What types of vehicles were men recognized as good drivers of?

• Airplanes and helicopters

• Boats and ships

• Tractors, trucks, and tenders

• Bicycles and motorcycles

What was a key responsibility of dedicated drivers?

• Designing new vehicles

• Caring for their vehicles

• Managing traffic

• Training new drivers

What was controlled in relation to vehicle management?

• Driver schedules

• Petrol distribution

• Road conditions

• Vehicle speed

What did one driver always carry with her during mail runs?

• A first aid kit

• A spare tire

• Her much crap

• A map

Where was the driver preparing to go after handling mail runs?

• Australia

• New Guinea

• New Zealand

• Fiji