Rosie the Riveter and other Women World War II Heroes

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War, for many women, was about gaining strength and mobility. As more and more men left to fight in battle, women started taking over traditionally male responsibilities. As far back as history can tell, women have been limited in mobility and set in particular spaces by society, but war changed all the rules. War very much became a doorway through which women ventured out of the homes where they had been confined. During WWII, women in high numbers were asked to work outside as well as inside of the home. For many women, WWII became a symbol of freedom. It was a time where women were no longer forced into the roles society had created for them. They become free to create their own lives and senses of self. With this increase in freedom also came an increase in equality. WWII gave women the chance to prove they are just as capable as men.


http://www.u.arizona.edu/~kari/rosie.htm

Sempers,

Roger