WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service)

Definition

WAVES was established during World War II as part of the U.S Navy. It allowed women to serve in non-combat roles within the Navy.

Related terms

SPARS (Semper Paratus Always Ready): The Women's Reserve branch of Coast Guard established during WWII which also served similar purpose as WAVES but under different military division.

Navy Nurse Corps: Established before WWII, this group consisted primarily of female nurses who served both at home and abroad providing medical care to servicemen.

V-J Day (Victory over Japan Day): The day marking Japan’s surrender to the Allies in WWII, effectively ending the war.