Women and the Second World War in France, 1939-1948

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Focusing on the experiences of French women during and after the Second World War, this book examines the significant disruptions to their daily lives and the political choices they faced. It highlights the complexities of collaboration and resistance, providing a comprehensive analysis of women's wartime political involvement. Additionally, it explores how these experiences shaped their circumstances and constraints, culminating in the pivotal moment when French women gained the right to vote in the postwar period.