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Women at War: Life on the Homefront in World War II | BRIdge from the Past

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You’ve seen it everywhere, the famous “Rosie the Riveter” saying “We can do it!” While this poster is iconic today, it was relatively unknown during its time. In this BRIdge from the Past video, Mary dissects some of the most important posters showcasing women and their impact on the war effort. How did women support the war during WWII? Why is this an essential piece of the story?

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Published On	Mar 18, 2021
Duration	12 min
Founding Principle	Equality
Grade Level	6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Period Era	1940s, World War II
Topic	War, Women’s History
Virtues	Responsibility

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