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Berg Publishers - French Women and the First World War

Name: Berg Publishers - French Women and the First World War
Brand: Berg Publishers
Price: 125.0 GBP
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Discover the untold history of the French home front during the Great War. While monuments and official records often overlook the contributions of women, this book brings their stories to light. It explores the diverse roles French women played during the conflict, providing a necessary perspective on a period often defined by military combat alone. This volume examines how women served their country through various essential roles, including nursing, charity work, and munitions manufacture. It also covers more daring contributions such as espionage and volunteering for military service. By looking at the stories women told about their own experiences and how French society interpreted them, this book offers a deep look into the social impact of the war. As part of The Legacy of the Great War series, this work serves as a vital resource for those interested in European history, gender studies, and the social history of France. It moves beyond popular memory to reveal the reality of life on the home front and the lasting impact of these women on their nation.

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Explores the overlooked roles of French women during the First World War to provide a more complete historical perspective.

Covers diverse service areas including nursing, charity work, munitions manufacture, espionage, and military volunteering.

Analyzes how French society interpreted the actions and experiences of women during the conflict.

Provides a detailed look at the personal stories told by women about their lives on the home front.

Part of The Legacy of the Great War series, offering academic depth to the study of early 20th-century history.

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Brand: Berg Publishers
Format: Hardcover
ASIN: 1859733611
Category: Books > Subjects > History > Europe > France
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 01 August 2000
Listed Since: 15 December 2006

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