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Did World War II significantly advance the rights of women in the countries involved?
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Selected thesis
World War II significantly advanced the rights of women in the countries involved.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
During WWII, women demonstrated that they could carry out roles traditionally reserved for men.
Pro claim 2
Many women gained new skills during WWII.
Con claim 1
Women were expected to return to domesticity after the war.
Con claim 2
After WWII, women continued to face discrimination despite their contributions to the war effort.