it was a significant thing and is just now being recognized.  it was a tough time for some spouses - i'll bet a lot of adjusting.  he just experienced the terrors of war, and she just lived a life of independence, and doing what was a "man's" job, really well.  can you imagine the radical changes?...and so many people stuck it out?.  some regrettably, but they were more patient and tenacious than me. - for sure.  they are my heros too - a woman can do the same job as a man most times.  I  can't believe there still is a disparity in pay.