Articles for tag: Rosie the Riveter

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The Most Famous Paintings by Norman Rockwell

Norman Rockwell created some of the most recognizable artwork of the 20thcentury. Because he was most famous for his cover artwork for the periodical The Saturday Evening Post, critics in the art world didn’t always consider him to be a serious artist, instead labeling him an illustrator (a title that Rockwell had no problem with, ...

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The History of Family Life

The American family is a strange institution. There are people out there today who will readily compare their family to an institution—a mental one at that—and give you examples to confirm their stand. They’ll especially do it if they can get on Jerry Springer or Dr. Phil. What a sad state of affairs when getting ...

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Women’s History Displayed in Abilene, Texas

In Abilene, Texas there are great opportunities approaching to celebrate Women’s History Month. There are two specific activities that you do not want to miss. McMurry University featured women’s art exhibit and also, a free presentation from the 12th Armored Division Memorial Museum. Both promise to be family friendly, educational, and fun! McMurry University is ...

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Propaganda and the Women of WWII

Propaganda and the Women of WWII The American propaganda of 1941 – 1945 were aimed at persuading American women to become involved in supporting the war effort, encouraging them to fill roles previously filled by men, who were now in the various military branches fighting for freedom. As the war drew to a close the ...

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Propaganda in World War II

When you hear the word “propaganda,” you might automatically think of lies, told to an audience to get them to believe something that isn’t true. And, that’s one way that propaganda is used. But propaganda isn’t always about lying. It is, however, about swaying your opinion. If we look back at history, we can see ...