Stories of Women in the 1960s: Fighting for Freedom
(Part of the Women's Stories from History Series)
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In the 1960s, a woman's place was seen as being in the home. She even found it hard to make a big purchase if a man wasn't with her. African-American women faced racism daily and were given low-paid, exhausting jobs. It was time for women to stand up for equal rights and equal pay. These are the stories of four trailblazers who achieved amazing things in difficult circumstances: Betty Freidan protested at the Miss America pageant against judging women on appearance. Ella Baker helped organize Freedom Schools, where black history was taught for the first time. Barbara Castle was one of the few women members of Parliament and fought for equal pay. Mary Quant showed women they could dress for themselves and not men. Many of the rights women have today are down to their actions. They helped change society's image of women forever.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1484608712
ISBN13:9781484608715
Release Date:January 2015
Publisher:Heinemann Educational Books
Length:112 Pages
Weight:0.45 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 4.5" x 8.2"
Age Range:11 to 16 years
Grade Range:Grades 6 to 11
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