Social impact of WW2

Women Were Limited to Certain Jobs before the War

• The Depression led to increased female workforce participation.

• Women were confined to traditional 'female' roles.

Thousands of Women Joined Military Services

1. WAVES (Navy Corps)

   • Replaced Navy officers and seamen in shore roles.

   • Engaged in various positions like engineers and doctors.

2. WASPS (Air Force)

   • Female pilots supporting the Air Force.

   • Flew non-combat missions freeing male pilots.

3. WAC (Army)

   • Included mechanics, typists, and clerks.

   • Around 150,000 women served in the Corps.

Discrimination Faced by Women

• Women faced accusations of immorality in the military.

• Discrimination in pay and societal expectations persisted.

Millions of Women Employed in the War Effort

• Women filled vacant factory jobs during the war.

• Propaganda campaign led to increased female workforce participation.

• Women worked in various roles, including skilled jobs in factories and shipyards.

Post-War Challenges and Changes

• Women faced sexism post-war but continued to seek employment.

• Many lost jobs as men returned home.

• Women still faced discrimination in pay and job opportunities post-war.