How Were Women Affected by the Great Depression
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Believe it or not, the Great Depression actually led to an increase in female employment - who knew, right? With men out of work, women had to step up and become the primary breadwinners in many families. They took on jobs in textile mills, food processing plants, and even became telephone operators (yes, that was a thing back then!).
But, of course, with great power comes great... sexism. Women were often paid lower wages than men, and were relegated to lower-skilled jobs. And, if they were lucky enough to get a job, they'd be expected to keep their homes spotless and their families fed, all while working outside the home - talk about multitasking!.
Now, you might be thinking, "What about all those fun things, like entertainment and hobbies?" Well, let's just say, women had to get creative with their free time too. They'd have sewing circles, where they'd make clothes for the family, or board game nights, using games made from scraps of paper and cardboard. And, if they were feeling fancy, they'd even host potluck dinners, where everyone would bring a dish to share - the original crowdsourcing!
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