The Women's Auxiliary Army Corps (WAAC) was established in the United States in 1942 during World War II. It allowed women to serve in non-combat roles, supporting the military by taking on various administrative, logistical, and technical tasks. This initiative aimed to free up men for combat duty while utilizing women's skills and talents. The WAAC was later converted into the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1943, granting women full military status. Members of the WAC served in numerous capacities, including clerical work, medical support, and engineering, contributing significantly to the war effort and paving the way for future generations of women in the military.