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.
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.
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 - 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 - 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.).
Martha Montevallo interview - October 21, 2019
This is a 45 min. 35 sec. video of an interview with S. Martha Montevallo in her home. At age 97, Ms. Montevallo reflects on her coming to Huachuca City, her time in the WACs in World War II, raising her children, and her early days in Huachuca City. This interview was recorded on October 22, 2019.
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