Hello, Ohioans of Mahoning County! As we begin a new year, our hearts and hands are filled with opportunities to learn about and celebrate our heritage, both as citizens of a Nation and here in the great state of Ohio. In an October blog, we introduced America 250-Ohio, which will provide events and celebrations in…
Women in Wartime: the Office of Strategic Services (OSS)
During World War Two, President Roosevelt gave a directive to establish an entity responsible for foreign intelligence and special operations. Formed as an agency under the Joints Chiefs of Staff, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) would undertake espionage and disinformation campaigns, partisan and guerilla activities, and commando operations. Many women served in the OSS, and their stories are fascinating.
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