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F.E.M.M.E.: Female Empowerment; Memoirs of Modern Europe

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    How women affected Europe between 1649-1948

  • Christina of Sweden 1626-1689

    Christina of Sweden 1626-1689
    A stamp of the Arcadia Academy for philosophy and literature founded by Christina. The stamp is found in "L'Istoria Della Volgara Poesia" written by Antonio Di Parma. The academy founded by Chrisitna can still be found in Rome today.
  • Women's march on Varsaille

    Women's march on Varsaille
    A painting tiled, "King Louis XVI being taken from Versailles to Paris by the women of Les Halles in October 1789" created by Joseph Navlet.
    This painting shows the power and influence the women had over the royal family. Little did they know, this would lead to the end of their regime.
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    Women march on Versaille

  • Mary Wollstonecraft 1759-1797

    Mary Wollstonecraft 1759-1797
    Wollstonecraft wrote "A Vindication of the Rights of Woman" in 1792, which was the first book in Britain demanding the right for women to vote and hold elected office.
  • Louise Michel 1830-1905

    Louise Michel 1830-1905
    Letters found in "Memoirs of Louise Michel" edited and translated by Bullitt Lowry and Elizabeth Ellington Gunter.
    Michel’s letters show her passion for the purpose of the commune and her courage and influence. She speaks for the women of the commune, and demands change from the major.
  • Women Factory workers during WW1

    Women Factory workers during WW1
    Translation: Always ahead!
    Propaganda used in Italy to encourage fighting and good morales about the war.
    One woman leading an entire army speaks a thousand words. Some being that women are the back bone of the war. Without the support of the women, the war could not move forward, placing a large emphasis on the importance of women.
  • Clara Campoamor 1888-1972

    Clara Campoamor 1888-1972
    The Spanish constituion, issued December 9, 1931.
    As a member of the assembly and active women's rights activist, aticle 35 is one of Campoamor's contributions which was a large step for women.
    Campoamor will be remembered for centuries for her assitance in women's independence. The translation of the Constitution can be found at : http://www.scribd.com/doc/123469543/Constitution-of-the-Republic-of-Spain-1931