Women’s responses to the demands of the war (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Flashcards
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What did the government introduce in 1916 for WWI?
What did the government introduce in 1916 for WWI?
The government introduced conscription in 1916.
What roles did women take during WWI?
What roles did women take during WWI?
Women filled jobs left by men, including munitions work.
What did WAAC stand for during WWI?
What did WAAC stand for during WWI?
WAAC stands for Women's Army Auxiliary Corps.
How many women served in the WAAC from 1917-1918?
How many women served in the WAAC from 1917-1918?
Over 57,000 women served in the WAAC during this time.
Who founded the NUWSS in 1897?
Who founded the NUWSS in 1897?
Millicent Fawcett founded the NUWSS in 1897.
What did the Representation of the People Act do?
What did the Representation of the People Act do?
It granted votes to women over 30 in 1918.
What action did Emily Davison take at the Derby?
What action did Emily Davison take at the Derby?
She threw herself in front of the King's horse in 1913.
What act prevented force-feeding suffragettes?
What act prevented force-feeding suffragettes?
The Cat and Mouse Act allowed temporary release of prisoners.
When did women gain the vote on equal terms?
When did women gain the vote on equal terms?
Women gained equal voting rights in the 1928 Act.
What was one reason for women receiving the vote in 1918?
What was one reason for women receiving the vote in 1918?
Women's contributions during WWI highlighted their responsibilities.