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13 Things Women Weren’t Allowed to Do 100+ Years Ago

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11. Join Military Forces Officially

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For much of history, women were barred from officially serving in military forces, restricted instead to supporting roles such as nursing or administrative duties. Major global conflicts, notably World War I and World War II, saw women’s roles gradually expand as their contributions became increasingly vital. Organizations like the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) in the United States and Britain’s Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) marked early official recognition of female military personnel. Over time, these pioneering efforts led to greater integration, enabling women to serve in diverse capacities and, eventually, frontline combat roles in modern militaries worldwide.

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