Honoring Service Interview with Phyllis Wilson

What is Phyllis Wilson's current role?

• Registered Nurse in the Army Reserves

• President of the Military Women's Memorial

• Chief Warrant Officer Five in the Army

• Vice President of the Bill of Rights Institute

What did Phyllis Wilson realize about the military oath over her career?

• It was just a formality

• It had no real significance

• It was only important during training

• It was a profound commitment to the Constitution

How does Phyllis Wilson view the relationship between veterans and the public?

• Veterans should demand more recognition

• Veterans should be ignored by the public

• Veterans volunteered and are not owed anything

• Veterans should be owed a debt by the nation

What did Phyllis Wilson discover about her ancestry after retiring?

• She was related to a president

• She had no historical ties to America

• She was a descendant of the Mayflower pilgrims

• She was related to a famous general

What does Phyllis Wilson believe about the nation's obligation to veterans?

• The nation owes veterans a great deal

• Veterans should receive no recognition

• Veterans should be self-sufficient

• The nation should be aware and informed about veterans' sacrifices

What is one way Phyllis suggests young people can serve their communities?

• By joining the military

• By performing random acts of kindness

• By becoming politicians

• By avoiding community service

What is a key message Phyllis Wilson shares about community service?

• It is not important in modern society

• It can start with simple acts like picking up trash

• It is only for those who have free time

• It should be mandatory for everyone

What role did the 'Hello Girls' play during World War I?

• They were pilots

• They were switchboard operators

• They were nurses

• They were combat soldiers

What significant achievement did the 'Hello Girls' receive recently?

• They were awarded the Medal of Honor

• They were recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal

• They were given veteran status immediately after the war

• They were inducted into the Hall of Fame

What does Phyllis Wilson emphasize about the opportunities in America?

• Opportunities are declining rapidly

• Opportunities are only for the wealthy

• Opportunities are abundant and should be seized

• Opportunities are limited to certain groups