Women Veterans Recognition Day

Today (June 12) is Women Veterans Recognition Day, a day to honor the service and sacrifices of women Veterans. It serves as a reminder that women have long fought for the right to serve and are an integral part of the United States military.

Throughout history, women have been vital in defending our country, from when they disguised themselves as men during the Revolutionary War to serving as nurses during the Civil War to flying combat missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. However, it was not until the passage of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948 that women were formally recognized as a permanent part of the military.

Women Veterans Recognition Day is not meant to be a separate Veterans Day for women but instead a commemoration of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act of 1948. It is not just a day to honor the service of women Veterans but also a day to renew a commitment to supporting and advocating for health equity and inclusion.