First wave feminists and the First World War

- Understand similarities and differences between Suffragettes and Suffragists and the way these played out in responses to WW1.- Identify changes in the status of women that occurred as a consequence of their wartime roles.- Identify key events, ideas, movements and personalities that contributed to women’s enfranchisement in 1918.- Develop your own perspective on themes of patriotism, militarism and pacifism in relation to the experience of women in WW1.

None. However, you may want to bring paper and a pen to take any notes down.

The course presentation will mainly consist of spoken sections supported by digital projection of images and some additional text and visual materials including contemporary sources. There will be opportunities for questions, discussion and shared student perspectives throughout. Suggestions for optional further reading will be offered.