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A Long and Illustrious History

What happened to women in the workplace during the First World War?

AWomen were banned from working to keep jobs for returning soldiers
BWomen took on many jobs previously done by men, as men went to fight
CWomen's wages were increased to equal men's wages
DWomen were only allowed to work in hospitals

Explanation

During the First World War, women took on many jobs previously done by men, including working in factories, transport and agriculture. This helped change attitudes toward women in the workplace.

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