“Harriet Ida Pickens (17 March 1909 – 1969) and Frances Wills (12 July 1910 – 18 January 1998)[
They were groundbreaking trailblazers in the U.S. Navy during World War II a
They were groundbreaking trailblazers who shattered racial and gender barriers during World War II, leaving an indelible mark on history as the first African American women to be commissioned as officers in the U.S. Navy’s WAVES program(Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service). Their pioneering spirit, dedication to service, and determination in the face of adversity inspire us all, reminding us that the pursuit of equality knows no bounds.”