Women in the 1920's Flashcards
What happened during the first world war for women?
Before WW1 women had traditional roles like cleaning, cooking, taking care of the family. During the war however women took on jobs that were traditionally mens, like working in a factory, by the end of the decade there were 10 million women in paid work. This is a 25 percent increase by 1929.
How did women earn the right to vote?
Women earned the right to vote in the 1920’s because of their war effort. However they were campaigning for the right to vote for decades already by that point.
Who were the League of Women voters?
The League of women voters was established in the 1920’s and encouraged women to contribute to politics.
What were some lifestyle changes that came about?
They started wearing different clothes, they abandoned corsets, and wore shorter, looser and often sleeveless dresses. Women to longer required chaperones.
Who were the Flappers?
They were a minority group in the 1920’s who were energetic, embracing a lifestyle viewed by many as, un-ladylike, outrageous, as well as dangerous. Flappers were generally upper and middle class women who had the means and money to live this lifestyle.
