Unsung Heroes: Women Codebreakers and Cartographers of D-Day

As the world commemorates the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the crucial roles played by women in non-combat positions are gaining recognition.

Hundreds of thousands of women served as codebreakers, radar operators, and cartographers during D-Day.
Marie Scott, a 17-year-old radio operator, relayed critical messages amidst the chaos of the Normandy landings.
Over 1.1 million women served in the Western Allies' armed forces during World War II.
Women in non-military roles kept economies running and supported war efforts on the home front.
A London monument honors the diverse contributions of women during World War II.