The Miss America Pageant, established in 1921, emerged during a time when women's suffrage was gaining momentum, culminating in the ratification of the 19th Amendment in 1920. The pageant symbolized a new era of female empowerment, showcasing women's achievements and challenging traditional gender roles. While it celebrated beauty, it also provided a platform for women to express their aspirations and advocate for social issues, reflecting the broader cultural shift towards gender equality. Ultimately, the pageant served as a cultural touchstone that highlighted the progress made by women in the wake of suffrage.
The Miss America pageant began in 1921.
The Miss America pageant was held in Las Vegas.
The 2012 Miss America pageant was held on January 14, 2012.
This changes from year to year. Miss Pennsylvania at the 2015 Miss America pageant was Amanda Smith. The pageant was held on September 14, 2014.
The first Miss America pageant to be televised was the 1955 pageant. It was broadcast on ABC.
The Miss America pageant began in 1921.
The Miss America pageant was held in Las Vegas.
To become Miss America, you participate in the Miss America pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The winner of the 1933 Miss America pageant was Marian Bergeron, Miss Connecticut.
The winner of the 1998 Miss America pageant was Katherine Shindle, Miss Illinois.
The 2012 Miss America pageant was held on January 14, 2012.
The 2013 Miss America pageant was held on January 12, 2013.
The contestants in the Miss America pageant are the winners from their home-state pageants.
The 2014 Miss America pageant was held on September 15, 2013.
This changes from year to year. Miss Pennsylvania at the 2015 Miss America pageant was Amanda Smith. The pageant was held on September 14, 2014.
The first Miss America pageant to be televised was the 1955 pageant. It was broadcast on ABC.
The winner of the 2012 Miss America pageant was Laura Marie Kaeppeler, Miss Wisconsin.