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I aspired to do something outside of farm work and I knew that having a good education would be the key.

— Gladys West

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It has history to discover, outlets for shopping, good food and a quiet atmosphere.

That motivated me to do well in school so that I could get a scholarship and go to college. I had a great support system and many mentors along the way who kept me motivated.

It’s always refreshing to hear how my work is now being used outside of the government and I am still amazed by the technological advancements navigation has made since the GPS Project began in 1973.

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