The term refers to the involvement of women in various roles during a specific time period or event, such as World War I or World War II. Women's participation includes activities like working in factories, serving in the military, and contributing to the war effort.
Related terms
Suffrage Movement: Refers to the organized efforts by women to gain voting rights during the early 20th century.
Rosie the Riveter: Symbolizes American women who worked in factories and shipyards during WWII.
WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service): A division of the U.S. Navy composed entirely of women during WWII.