Women At Work

In 1900, 18.8% of women were in the workforce. This number may seem small but it is a large step when comparing the status of women in previous years. As the industry continued to boom, women began to find jobs in both factories and mills. Women would form unions to fight against the unfair wages they received as well as the horrific working conditions they encountered. At this time, women were also working as teachers, typists, sale clerks, and many other jobs. Some women even began to receive typically male jobs, including science, medicine and law. Many small steps were being taken by women in hopes of improving their status in society.


Crowded factories and mills

The Womens Trade Union League fought for the 8 hour work day








sources: http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schooladventures/womenofthecentury/decadebydecade/1900s.html