After the end of World War II, the United States experienced an economic boom that came with the creation of postwar federal pro
grams. How were women impacted? Many groups were not able to participate in postwar federal programs or the economic boom. For example, women who had taken jobs in defense industries were forced to give up their jobs to
. In addition, fewer women than men sought
. Women were also encouraged to pursue
that they had occupied before the war.
After the war, men replaced women in industries, and women were encouraged to have the same role they did before the war.
<h3>What impact did the Second World War have on women?</h3>
The Second World War positively impacted women because due to the lack of men in industries, women had the opportunity to work, and show they were as strong and capable as men.
<h3>What happened after the war finished?</h3>
Sadly, the positive effects were over when the way finished. Indeed, women were replaced by men in industries, and they were encouraged by society to return to their old roles. This implies that after the war:
Many women lost their job as they were replaced by men.
Many women could not work.
Women were encouraged to stay at home and be in charge of house chores and children's care.
