During World War II, about 3% of the US military comprised women who held roles like nurses, pilots, and administrative staff.
How different were the pay disparities?
Regrettably, they encountered pay disparities compared to men. In 1942, the Women's Auxiliary Army Corps Act established the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC) exclusively for women.
WAAC members received $50 monthly, half the amount of enlisted men. Subsequently, in 1943, the Navy introduced WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) and paid them on par with men in similar ranks.
However, WAVES were restricted from serving on combat ships or in combat zones despite receiving equal compensation.
The Complete Question
How much did the US government pay women who served in the military during World War II?