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From 1950 to 1960 the number of women working outside the home percentage?

The number of women working outside the home declined between 1945 and 1960.


How much did women working in munitions factories during the war get paid?

Though women were crucial to the war effort, their pay continued to lag far behind their male counterparts: Female workers rarely earned more than 50 percent of male wages. Between 1940 and 1945, the female percentage of the U.S. workforce increased from 27 percent to nearly 37 percent, and by 1945 nearly one out of every four married women worked outside the home. Actual scanned paychecks from that era can be found here: (See related Link)


What kind of jobs did the women do during the world war 1?

During the time of WWI, it was uncommon for women to work outside of the home. By the time WWII rolled around, women were working in factories, ship yards, and many other formerly men only jobs.


What is a big change world war 2 made in the lives of American women?

Many American women worked outside the home for the first time. Women performed many jobs that had previously only been performed by men, including work in factories, driving, and serving in non-combat roles in the military.


What kind of work did women do outside of the home?

Women historically engaged in a variety of work outside the home, often shaped by societal norms and economic conditions. Many took on roles in education, nursing, and clerical positions, particularly in urban areas during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Additionally, women contributed to industries like textiles and manufacturing, and during wartime, they often filled roles traditionally held by men. Over time, their participation in the workforce has expanded to include diverse fields such as business, science, and politics.