Alene Duerk: First Woman to Make Admiral
Directed by Eliciana Nascimento
This short film tells the story of Alene B. Duerk, the first woman to earn the rank of Admiral in the U.S. Navy. Admiral Duerk served in World War II and during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. After retiring, she went on to deliver meals to the elderly before passing away in her late 90s.
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Alene B. Duerk: The First Woman Admiral
Directed by Eliciana Nascimento
Following the tradition of military service in her family, Alene Duerk enlisted as a Navy nurse in 1943. During her eventful 32 year career, she served in WWII on a hospital ship in the Sea of Japan, and trained others in the Korean War. She became the Director of...
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Cemetery Profile: Cape Canaveral National Cemetery
At Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in Scottsmoor, Florida, Director Don Murphy and a devoted team, including the Cape Canaveral ladies and volunteers like Priscilla Southworth, provide a dignified final resting place for veterans, complete with unique honors and emotional support, ensuring no he...
