Ann Parham

Parham received a master's degree in library science from Florida State University, where she had previously earned a bachelor's degree in social work and social studies education. Parham's work with the military began in 1976, when she was assigned to Camp Humphreys. where she served as Chief of Research and Information Services. She also worked at the George C. Marshall European Center for Security Studies. In December 1998, she was promoted to Librarian of the Army. On September 2, 2011, Parham retired. ==Experience on 9/11==

On September 11, 2001, Parham was working in the Pentagon when American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the building immediately below her office. While escaping the wreckage, she sustained a broken toe and second-degree burns to her face Her efforts in the restoration were cited in her being awarded the 2002 Federal Librarian of the Year award. ==References==