The Great War had significant and enduring influence on the lives of all British women. The huge scale of the war resulted in the enormous participation of almost six million men and subsequently an extensive demand for female labour in the manufacturing and services industries. The war resulted in massive social upheaval particularly on the lives women who attained greater freedom despite tighter Government controls. Women's lives were upturned as they were thrust into the …
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…an enormous level. Socially, women began to feel liberated with their newly attained freedoms. The success of the allies on the fighting front became increasingly dependent on the efforts of British women. The Great War's impact was seen most crucially during the post-war period when their efforts were highly valued by the British people and resulted in the beginning of the recognition of the that sought to bring about justice and equality for all women.