Introduction -- The WAC Bands -- WAVES Instumental Ensembles -- The Coast Guard SPAR Band -- MCWR Band -- Music for the injured soldier -- Conclusions -- Appendix: List of women interviewed -- bands and instruments
Summary
During World War II, the U.S. military employed all-female bands to support bond drives. These bands drew such attention that they were placed on tour, raising money for the war and boosting morale. Even after the war ended, the bands would last for some 60 years. Based on Jill Sullivan's interviews with over 70 surviving band members, Bands of Sisters: U.S. Women's Military Bands during Wo
