The Home Front and Beyond: American Women in the 1940s

American Women in the Twentieth Century

by Susan M. Hartmann

Describes the experiences of American women during World War II, examines their role in the military, industry, education, and politics, and discusses their legal rights and family life

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Womens, World War II, American History

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1982

About the author

A specialist in 20th century American history and women's history, Susan M. Hartmann is Emeritus Professor of History at The Ohio State University, where she has taught since 1986. She majored in history at Washington University and received her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Missouri.

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[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

American women's history