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19th Amendment Ratificaton
The 19th Amendment was added to the constitution allowing women to vote. This was one of the first big steps toward equal rights in the Women's Suffrage Movement. -
Equal Pay Act is Passed by Congress
This was a huge step in both the Women's Suffrage and Equal Rights movements. This Act promised equitable wages for the same work, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin or sex. -
Supreme Court Roe v.s. Wade makes Abortion Legal
This case makes big strides towards women having control over their own lives and bodies. Legalized abortion is still a battle today but this step was huge for women across the country. -
Sandra Day O'Connor becomes the first Woman to serve on the Supreme Court
This is one of the first women to hold a powerful government position. This opens the door to more opportunities in government for women. -
US Military removes ban against Women in combat positions
This closes one of the last major gaps in inequality between sexes. Women have "equal" rights in almost every other aspect but becoming equal in the military is now finally put into play.