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  T  H E EVOLUTION IN THE ROLE OF AMERICAN WOMAN BY kimberly luu

 

//[| The Migrant Mother]// //[|Rosie the Riveter]//

 //[|Film Still from The Grapes of Wrath]//  



**Munition Wages**
Earning high wages? Yus, Five quid a week. A woman, too, mind you, I calls it dim sweet. Ye'are asking some questions – But bless yer, here goes: I spends the whole racket On good times and clothes. Me saving? Elijah! Yer do think I'm mad. I'm acting the lady, But – I ain't living bad. I'm having life's good times. See 'ere, it's like this: The 'oof come o' danger, A touch-and-go bizz. We're all here today, mate,

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Tomorrow – perhaps dead, If Fate tumbles on us And blows up our shed. Afraid! Are yer kidding? With money to spend! Years back I wore tatters, Now – silk stockings, mi friend! I've bracelets and jewellery, Rings envied by friends; A sergeant to swank with, And something to lend. I drive out in taxis, Do theatres in style. And this is mi verdict – It is jolly worth while. Worth while, for tomorrow If I'm blown to the sky, I'll have repaid mi wages In death – and pass by. --Madeline Ida Bedford

Reflection

The Perfect Woman