Rosie the Riveters Honored with Congressional Gold Medal

SOURCE www.npr.org
18 women who worked as Rosie the Riveters during WWII are honored as Congressional Gold Medal recipients at the National World War Two Museum in New Orleans, recognized for their contribution to the war effort and breaking gender barriers in the workforce.

Key Points

  • 18 women honored as Congressional Gold Medal recipients for their work as Rosie the Riveters during WWII
  • Rosies were crucial in supplying the war effort and changing the labor landscape
  • Women proved they could succeed in 'men's jobs' and contributed significantly to the Allied victory

Pros

  • Recognition of the crucial role women played in the war effort
  • Breaking gender barriers in the workforce
  • Honoring the legacy of Rosie the Riveters