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By where, if you mean physical locations, everywhere there was a manpower shortage because of military service there was an increase in the number of women employed.

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What did Rosie the Riveter symbolize during world war 2?

Mostly the fact that in the absence of the vast majority of the younger men of the country, many women were employed in the various factories to build the military equipment which the soldiers,sailors and airmen used to fight and win the war. This was the first time many of these women had been employed and earned a paycheck. It had ramifications in society which remain to the present day.


How many women worked in industry in 1900?

In 1900, approximately 20% of women in the United States were part of the labor force, with many working in industries such as textiles, garment manufacturing, and domestic service. This translated to around 1.5 million women employed in various industrial roles. Women's participation in the workforce was significantly lower compared to men, reflecting the societal norms of the time. As industrialization progressed, the number of women in the workforce gradually increased.


Did all women work in factories?

No, not all women worked in factories. While many women did take factory jobs, especially during industrialization and wartime, others were employed in various sectors such as education, healthcare, domestic work, and agriculture. Additionally, some women were homemakers or engaged in informal work outside of the factory system. The types of work available to women varied significantly based on factors like class, location, and historical context.


What were woman encouraged to do during world war 2?

Women that were not usually employed for certain job roles had to been employed to take on jobs that society usually bestrode upon the men, but they were off fighting in the war so that basically they had no choice to take them on. This is also one the reason why Germany lost the war, because they were unable to mobilize a similar work force in there country.


How many women were killed in munitions factories during ww1?

Some 37 girls and women and three men died in three explosions at the nearby Barnbow Munitions Factory. The Barnbow factory on Manston Lane was opened in 1915 and at its height employed 17,000 workers, 16,000 of them being women and girls. On December 5 1916 a huge explosion killed 35 women and injured many more. Details of the tragedies were kept secret until after the war.

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Which decade did the number of women employed in manufacturing increase most?

1900s!


In which decade did the number of women employed in manufacturing increase most?

1900s!


When did the number of women employed pass 10 million?

The number of women employed in the United States passed 10 million during the early 1970s. This milestone was part of a broader trend of increasing female participation in the workforce, driven by changes in societal norms, the women's rights movement, and economic factors. By the mid-1970s, the labor force participation rate for women continued to rise significantly.


Should women must be employed?

women should not be employed


When was Women Employed created?

Women Employed was created in 1973.


Does women's sexual desire increase during periods times?

Yes


What steps do you think can be taken to increase the number of female managers in Zimbabwe?

To increase the number of women in management position in Zimbabwe needs to start in the education of women. The more educated the women are the more they are looked at as valuable to the work place.


Do women discharge when pregnant?

Yes, women have vaginal discharge during pregnancy which will increase as the pregnancy progresses.


When was Self-Employed Women's Association of India created?

Self-Employed Women's Association of India was created in 1972.


How did the war advance the rights of women?

Women were employed in many jobs previously considered "men's jobs" during WW2. They did many heroic and dangerous tasks and proved their worth.


Did the women of work force increase greatly during t he war?

WW2, And yes.


Why is there an increase in adominal fat during menopause?

Women that are in menopause can see an increase of abdominal fat. This is caused by deficiencies in the hormone estrogen.