July 4, 2018 celebration with George Nerhan and the Lohse's
This photo taken at the Huachuca City July 4th celebration in 2018. Shown in the picture (left to right) are John Lohse, George Nerhan, and Sharon Lohse. Mr. Nerhan donated watermelon and soda to the event. He was generous and always supported the 4th of July celebration.
American Legion event recognizing Martha Montevallo - long version
On November 3, 2019, American Legion Post 52 recognized 97 year old Huachuca City resident Martha Montevallo for her service in the Army from 1942-1946. The event began with an American Legion Riders procession from Ms. Montevallo’s home to the American Legion Post in Sierra Vista. At the Post, Ms. Montevallo was recognized and celebrated by her family, friends, and Legion members.
This is a full version of the event video (20 min. 2 sec.).
American Legion event recognizing Martha Montevallo - short version
On November 3, 2019, American Legion Post 52 recognized 97 year old Huachuca City resident Martha Montevallo for her service in the Army from 1942-1946. The event began with an American Legion Riders procession from Ms. Montevallo’s home to the American Legion Post in Sierra Vista. At the Post, Ms. Montevallo was recognized and celebrated by her family, friends, and Legion members.
This is an abbreviated version of the event video (4 min. 19 sec.).
American Legion event recognizing Martha Montevallo
On November 3, 2019, American Legion Post 52 recognized 97 year old Huachuca City resident Martha Montevallo for her service in the Army from 1942-1946. The event began with an American Legion Riders procession from Ms. Montevallo’s home to the American Legion Post in Sierra Vista. At the Post, Ms. Montevallo was recognized and celebrated by her family, friends, and Legion members.
American Legion event recognizing Martha Montevallo
On November 3, 2019, American Legion Post 52 recognized 97 year old Huachuca City resident Martha Montevallo for her service in the Army from 1942-1946. The event began with an American Legion Riders procession from Ms. Montevallo’s home to the American Legion Post in Sierra Vista.
Martha Montevallo driving an army truck
This picture shows Martha Montevallo driving an Army truck at Fort Riley. This was a 5 ton truck that the Army was considering buying. It was taken for test drives to see its capabilities.
Plaque commemorating Martha Montevallo
This plaque commemorates S Martha Montevallo and her time in the US Women's Army Auxiliary Corps. Born in 1922 in Opelika, Alabama, Montevallo had training in Fort Oglethorpe, Kansas and went on to serve at Fort Riley, Kansas, as a driver. She was honorably discharged in 1946 and went on to raise a family in Fort Huachuca, Arizona.
Motor Transport Class of WACs at Fort Ogelthorpe, Georgia, circa 1943
A photograph of the Motor Transport Class of WACs, including Martha Montevallo, at Fort Ogelthorpe, Georgia, with handwritten notes from various members, circa 1943. Ms. Montevallo is the fourth from the left in the second row from the bottom.
Miss Huachuca crown
This is a crown made by Lee Gonzales and his wife for the Miss Huachuca City contest. It is made of Bisbee blue turquoise, and the original is on display at the Huachuca City Public Library.
WAC detachment at Fort Riley
A photograph of a WAC unit, including S Martha Montevallo, at the Cavalry Replacement Training Center at Fort Riley, Kansas, circa 1943.