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Season 2021 – Talk 17 – The Changing lives of women
In The Changing lives of women Margaret Denyer tells us how the role of women has evolved in British society over the last few centuries.
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Status:
For many centuries the role of women depended on their status. Those who were part of wealthy families led a life of comfort but were usually denied a role outside their family. Those without wealth worked – on the land, in factories, in service etc.
Education:
For a very long time education was reserved for males. The daughters of wealthy families would be taught reading, writing and needlework along with the skills needed to run a house whereas boys could enjoy boarding school, university and then a profession.
Property:
Until the Married Women’s Property Act in 1882 it was very difficult for a married woman to control property. The Act meant that a wife could hold her wages and investments separate from those of the husband.
Equality:
It is only in recent years that women have received equality in the UK, and much of this is due to legislation. The same is not true in many other countries.
Listen to the podcast and hear Margaret tell the full story.
Please note:
This podcast is a recording of a talk given in the Farnham Maltings during Covid restrictions. These required open windows and doors and so there is some noise on the recording from other activities.
About this podcast:
This podcast is an edited recording of a talk first given to the Farnham u3a World History Group.
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