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Women in WWII Took On These 15 Dangerous Jobs

14. Coast Watcher

14. Coast Watcher
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During World War II, women served as coast watchers, stationed in remote locations to monitor enemy ships and aircraft. They faced isolation and constant surveillance, with duty postings often subject to sudden attack, especially along British and Australian coastlines. The Australian War Memorial shares details: awm.gov.au.

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