Lavalla Blum, a 94-year-old veteran, served in the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps during World War II. She has advocated for greater recognition of women veterans and will serve as parade marshal in two cities' Veterans Day parades this year. Blum joined the WAAC in 1943 and had various duties before being discharged when the auxiliary was dissolved. After the war, she raised a family with her husband and stayed involved with veterans' organizations. Blum is proud of her military service and believes women can succeed if they give their all.