Why it is that US First Ladies are held in such reverance and high esteem, with a prominance not extended, generally, to ‘political wives’ in other countries – Britain, Australia, Aotearoa/New Zealand, France, Germany, the USSR (as it was) was not addressed by the presentations, yet it remains an issue for historical and cultural exploration and analysis.
Tag: Women’s History Network
Social Networks are go!
The Women’s History Network is now on Facebook and Twitter– check us out, friend us, like us, tweet your favourite blogs posts and more! And, while we’re discussing online resources, here are some more for you to check out: 50 fascinating…
Women’s History Network: Diana Leonard, academic and activist
The Feminist Library recently celebrated its 35th birthday with an all out party and benefit at the Round Chapel in Hackney. The enormous success of the event marked an important moment in the library’s history and regeneration. However, someone who…
Women’s History Month: 100 Years of International Women’s Day
Glasgow Women’s Library holds archival material documenting the celebration of International Women’s Day. Here are just a couple of examples picked from our collections: In 1975 International Women’s Day was given official recognition by the United Nations. This edition of…