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The roots of feminism were planted millennia ago; we must understand feminism throughout history to contemplate how much farther we can go.

Nellie Bly a Woman Who Inspired Others to Never Settled for Second Best
Nellie Bly is my hero, and I don't say that often because usually, my heroes let me down. Nellie Bly was born Elizabeth Cochran on 5th May 1864 in the suburbs of Pittsburgh. Her father was a labourer who went on to buy his own mill and make a considerable amount of money.
By Sam H Arnold3 years ago in Viva
More Than A King's Mistress:
On a December day in Paris, 1721, A baby girl was born to Madeline De La Motte and her husband Francois Poisson. A baby girl they named Jeanne Antoinette. Madeline and Francois had a tumultuous marriage, and it was widely understood that Jeanne’s father was not Francois, but one of Madeline’s many other lovers.
By Alys Revna4 years ago in Viva
What led to Roe v. Wade?
Friends, Rarely would I even consider writing a politically charged blog. It is almost considered a downfall to have an opinion one way or another. To have one is to be cast as a 'Karen,' a trouble maker, or dismissed as either a Democrat or Republican as if either of these political party titles makes you a bad guy. With passions running high, arguments for and against laws, regulations, or medical procedures have caused even the best of friends to question the morality lines of each other.
By Rose Loren Geer-Robbins4 years ago in Viva
Women first ~finale
** A first that is happening as we speak** First Black Woman Supreme Court Justice. Can't wait to see this. For my wrap up to Women's History Month, I present to you First. Without this one....... we wouldn't have educators, entertainers, writers, inventors, supermodels, sports stars and politicians.All are slices of life and different in their respective fields helping us give homage to all women.
By Kia T Cooper-Erbst4 years ago in Viva
The Nobel Prize for Women has been awarded to 58 women.
The 58 women who have won the Nobel Prize… There are 58 women who have been awarded a Nobel Prize out of the more than 900 recipients. One woman — Marie Curie — received the Nobel Prize twice.
By janney wait4 years ago in Viva
Leonora Cohen
Whilst watching a program about The Tower of London, a name was mentioned I had never heard of — Leonora Cohen. Like you, I asked the question: “Who?” I found the answer to be quite interesting.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in Viva
SUFFRAGIST
Reflecting on my college history class from a long time ago, the history professor stated that history was written by elitist males. At that time, my thoughts were, "Not surprised!" His remarks were made in March of 1995. Recalling the history class, something else comes to mind. It was in regards to a female professor traveling to the university campus and giving a special lecture on Women's History Month.
By Babs Iverson4 years ago in Viva
A Year of Women's History
Happy International Women's Day! Let's celebrate by remembering a few of the great women of history, who have achieved great things and made lives easier for women today.
By Tone Breistrand4 years ago in Viva
Bettie Page and the Last Days of American Tease
Quietly and without fanfare, Bettie Page blew into New York City in the fall of 1950. Seven years later, at the height of her fame, the Queen of Curves abdicated her throne and left the same way.
By Jack Faulkner4 years ago in Viva
Two Towers;
There is a MUJI 無印良品 aroma diffuser glowing at my windowsill. Steam; not smoke. Still, candlelike. It is upright and warm and holds memories of Christmas.
By Fabian de Kerckhove4 years ago in Viva
"Bloody Mary"
She was the first daughter of Henry VIII and ruled as Queen of England for five years. However, in those five short years Mary made her mark within the pages of English history. There was a reason why she was called “Bloody Mary!” She was Mary 1.
By Ruth Elizabeth Stiff4 years ago in Viva
10 Things That American Women Couldn’t Do Before 1970
Feminism and women’s liberation were in full force during the 1960s and 1970s. Thankfully, those efforts created essential change for American women and paved the way for further action against sex-based discrimination.
By Kassondra O'Hara4 years ago in Viva