Judith B. Eighmy and others honored by Idaho Women Veterans Medallion
She is also one of five women chosen for recognition on the new Idaho Women Veterans Medallion. Julie A. Ellsworth Eighmy, now of Meridian, was a college student when she enlisted in the U.S. Navy. With Navy support, she finished her education, became a Registered Nurse, and was commissioned as an Ensign. She attended Officer Candidate School and after completing an internship in California, she was promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade and given a chance to request her next duty assignment. Her âat seaâ request led her to the USS Repose. Built as a hospital ship but decommissioned in...
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