From volleyball to welcoming POWs, Leslie Phillips recalls her time in the Air Force during the Vietnam era

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From volleyball to welcoming POWs, Leslie Phillips recalls her time in the Air Force during the Vietnam era

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — In 1970, the percentage of women serving on active duty in the Armed Forces was about two percent and their roles were limited. During her time in the service, Leslie Phillips had several unique jobs. Air Force Airman Leslie Phillips began a six-year tour of duty in December 1969. "It was a great day. We were finally done," said Phillips about her graduation at Lackland Air Force Base. "I got to go home on leave the nex…