Who Was Naomi Parker Fraley
Naomi Parker Fraley was born in 1921 and worked in a California aircraft factory during World War II. Her photo became the basis for the famous Rosie the Riveter poster.
The Rosie the Riveter Connection
A wartime photograph showed Parker Fraley operating a lathe, wearing a bandana. Artists later adapted her image into the iconic "We Can Do It!" campaign.
Recognition and Legacy
For decades, the poster was misidentified with other women. In 2011, researchers confirmed Naomi Parker Fraley as the real subject. She continued to receive public recognition until her death in 2018. Read more about her story on History.com.
