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From Naval History and Heritage Command, Communication and Outreach Division What would make Susan Ahn, a young college graduate, join the military following the Pearl Harbor attack? A daughter’s wish to honor her father.   Susan’s parents, Dosan Ahn Chang Ho and Helen Ahn, were the first Korean married couple …

This year is the Year of the Military Woman, and the Naval History and Heritage Command would like to honor all the women who serve and have served this great nation. This Joint Resolution of Congress (1971) designated Women’s Equality Day. The date of August 26th was selected to commemorate …