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1942 Memo creating "SPAR" Moniker for Women's Reserve

MEMORANDUM FOR THE COMMANDANT from Dorothy C. Stratton suggesting he authorize the name of SPAR as the formal name for the Women's Reserve of the Coast Guard"; dated 14 November, 1942. Digital copy provided by Donna Vojvodich.

VIRIN: 1942_SPAR_ORIGIN_MEMO.PDF
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