Women Contribute to World War 1
How Did Women Contribute To World War 1
By: Jeff M. Lerio
History 30
Mrs. C. Lenz-Fabian
Nov.19,2012
A Canadian woman plays an important role and contributions on the home front during the war years. They supported our country’s war efforts not only in traditional roles, but also in unprecedented new ways. Women in this era are said to be the toughest one, they endure all pains and suffering just to be heard and express their thoughts. During World War 1, women roll up their sleeves and took a wide variety of civilian job that once is filled by men. Canada’s contributions during the war years would have been very different if it were not for the vital roles women played on the home front. All of this effort, pains and sufferings of the women in this time are not in vain for they are the ones who made it possible of what present woman is enjoying right now.
As war waged on, Canadian women were recruited into the fighting corps for the first time in history. Over forty-five thousand women joined the newly created Women’s Army Corps (CWAC); the Auxiliary force of the RCAF( Women’s Division); and the Royal Canadian Naval Service (Wrens). Another 4518 women served in the medical corps. The idea behind the creation of women’s auxiliaries was for women to “back the attack” or free up men to take on the more difficult task. Known as “Jill Canucks”, these women were not permitted to fight but were often close to the front lines and under enemy fire while performing duties. Home life is very difficult during the World War 1. Many women worked tirelessly in the home, often combining their domestic labors with war related volunteer work with women’s organizations. During the World War 1 there was a rationing because it is it hard to obtain sugar, butter, eggs and other scarce food items that were needed to help feed the men fighting in the overseas. Goods such as rubber, gas, metal and nylon were also difficult to come by because they were needed for the war effort.
By: Jeff M. Lerio
History 30
Mrs. C. Lenz-Fabian
Nov.19,2012
A Canadian woman plays an important role and contributions on the home front during the war years. They supported our country’s war efforts not only in traditional roles, but also in unprecedented new ways. Women in this era are said to be the toughest one, they endure all pains and suffering just to be heard and express their thoughts. During World War 1, women roll up their sleeves and took a wide variety of civilian job that once is filled by men. Canada’s contributions during the war years would have been very different if it were not for the vital roles women played on the home front. All of this effort, pains and sufferings of the women in this time are not in vain for they are the ones who made it possible of what present woman is enjoying right now.
As war waged on, Canadian women were recruited into the fighting corps for the first time in history. Over forty-five thousand women joined the newly created Women’s Army Corps (CWAC); the Auxiliary force of the RCAF( Women’s Division); and the Royal Canadian Naval Service (Wrens). Another 4518 women served in the medical corps. The idea behind the creation of women’s auxiliaries was for women to “back the attack” or free up men to take on the more difficult task. Known as “Jill Canucks”, these women were not permitted to fight but were often close to the front lines and under enemy fire while performing duties. Home life is very difficult during the World War 1. Many women worked tirelessly in the home, often combining their domestic labors with war related volunteer work with women’s organizations. During the World War 1 there was a rationing because it is it hard to obtain sugar, butter, eggs and other scarce food items that were needed to help feed the men fighting in the overseas. Goods such as rubber, gas, metal and nylon were also difficult to come by because they were needed for the war effort.