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Women were once again needed in the Second World War. Pictured here are women in just one of the many jobs they performed, they are putting the finishing touches on a PBJ medium bomber. Atop the engine nacelles at left is Pfc Thelma O. Martin. Working on the cowling below her is PFC Ruth T. Dincau, while Pfc Eunice L. Anderson works on the propeller. Directing them from the ground is crew chief T/Sgt Selma “Rusty” Olson. Adjusting machine gun covers is PFC Bettie L. Smith. Sgt Margaret A. Engwald is in the cockpit and Pvt Carol C. Peters is crossing under the plane to the other side. Working on the landing gear are PFC Eleanor D. Moore and Pvt Frances V. Gulbransen. DEFENSE DEPT PHOTO (MARINE CORPS) 8927