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In honor of women’s history month, we have chosen one significant event from each decade over the past century. Each event recognizes the achievements of women in all facets of life who moved history forward. Click on the large photo to the right, or click on this link: Begin slideshow >
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Decade by Decade
Explore some of the most significant achievements made by women in the past century
- By Candice Lo
- Smithsonian.com, March 01, 2008
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Very interesting.
Posted by Don Dackins on March 11,2008 | 08:35PM
I would add Eleanore Roosevelt (1844-1962) to our slide show. She led women's organizations, youth movements, and fought for consumer welfare, civil rights, and improved housing. During World War Two, she traveled with her husband and met many world leaders, then in 1945 after her husbands death she worked as a UN delegate, chairman of the Commission on Human Rights, newspaper columnist, Democratic Party activist, and diplomat. By the end of her life, Eleanore Roosevelt was recognized throughout the world for her fortitude and commitment to the ideals of liberty and human rights. I have just finished reading her autobiography, and am amazed at how courageous, and wise she was. Thank you P. Bonilla
Posted by polly bonilla on March 13,2008 | 08:35AM
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