First group of US Women's Army Auxiliary Corps members begin training in Iowa in 1942

The Army initiated a new experiment in the female war effort, closely monitored by the Military High Command. This involved the enlistment of women into the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. The selected women, outfitted in specially designed uniforms, began their training at Fort Des Moines, Iowa. A total of 784 young women were chosen for this pioneering effort.

What was the nature of the new experiment launched in the female war effort?

• A new training program for male officers

• An initiative involving women in the military

• A new strategy for male soldiers

• A new type of military weapon

Who was overseeing the new experiment in the female war effort?

• The President

• The Air Force

• The Military High Command

• The Navy

What did the Army announce regarding the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps?

• The closure of enlistments

• The relocation of the Corps

• The disbandment of the Corps

• The opening of enlistments

Where did the training for the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps take place?

• Fort Knox, KY

• Fort Bragg, NC

• Fort Des Moines, IA

• Fort Benning, GA

How many young women were selected for the experiment at Fort Des Moines?

• 784

• 1200

• 500

• 1000