The Changing Role of Women Throughout the First World War
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The Changing Role of Women Throughout the First World War Chris Daglow History 232 Professor Kyle November 16th, 2001 "If you asked British women today when their emancipation really began, they will tell you that it was during the First World War, when woman took upon themselves roles that were extraordinary in those times-not only running society at home but also going off to the trenches of Europe to serve as doctors, nurses and spies."1 On the eve of one of the world's most horrific war, families were divided as the men kissed their wives goodbye and went off to fight for their country. At the time, nobody could possibly begin to comprehend the impact women would have in the war, or the effect the war would have on the role of women in everyday society. Throughout World War One, females successfully challenged the notions of women's prewar traditional roles and aided in the reinvention of...


