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Women and War Work

By Helen Miller Moyes
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The author charts how women mobilized during the war, documenting their organization, service in hospitals and voluntary aid detachments, roles in canteens and comforts, and expanding participation in industry such as munitions, railway and mechanical work, and agricultural labor through a land army. She examines protective measures for women workers, wartime savings and food conservation campaigns, the formation of auxiliary military corps and police, and debates about morals. The book concludes by assessing social and political changes for women and considers reconstruction after the conflict.

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Helen Miller Moyes

Helen Miller Moyes was an American author and social reformer known for her contributions to discussions surrounding women's roles during wartime. Her notable work, "Women and War Work," explores the impact of war on women's employment and societal expectations, highlighting the significant contributions women made in various sectors during times of conflict. Moyes's writing reflects a commitment to advocating for women's rights and addressing the challenges they faced in a rapidly changing world. Through her work, she contributed to the broader discourse on gender equality and the evolving landscape of women's labor.

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