WifeLine History

Interested in learning the amazing history behind Naval Services FamilyLine?

Well, in 1965, a group of Navy wives wanted to establish an organization that would reach and support Navy spouses in remote locations. From that initiative, the Navy WifeLine Association was born. Working out of a small office on the Washington Navy yard, this dedicated group of women began publishing a quarterly newspaper and providing vital information and assistance to spouses relocating overseas. From this small vision, they built the groundwork for what would develop into a worldwide family support network.

Check out these newspaper articles highlighting our beginning!

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