What Role Did Women Play In Latin American Revolution

The effects of the Cuban Revolution on women’s lives and gender relations in Cuba from 1959 to 1990 include that some say women have not reached equality yet with men, women gained more opportunities for themselves, economy and politics, and also how women still had responsibility for children and home, not men.

Not only did these women find a place in society other than by the stove, they won the appreciation and respect of men and women around them. Two of the most extraordinary of these women were Dolores Jimenez y Muro, who was an important political writer, and Hermila Galindo, who was a political speaker and advocate for Carranza’s campaign and regime. Dolores Jimenez y Muro's importance is evident in how she was able to have her voice heard and listened to by high-ranking revolutionary officials. Hermila Galindo's prominence is shown by her distinguished political career and feminist movements.

“Revolutionary Mothers: Women in the Struggle for America’s Independence” is neither a romantic tale nor an attempt to revise traditional history by making women the pivotal players in war for independence. It does not tell one woman’s story, but many, and not all of those stories end in victory or triumph. The book examines a revolution, or war, that is blurred between the battlefield and the home front. It views the struggle of war through the eyes of women who found themselves willingly and unwillingly, at the center of a prolonged violent conflict.

The Communist Revolution of Cuba didn’t just impact the working class, but rather also affected the youth living in Cuba as well. Many children fought in the brigades to avoid capital punishment. One such account tells the story of Jose Agustin, who wrote an autobiography of his experiences in the brigades titled “Diario de brigadista, Cuba 1961”. It was in this book that Jose talked about his daily

Cameron Ware 5/11/15 World History The Latin American Revolution was a period in Latin America was there was much success and lots of failures. It helped people gain independence and equality .It brought much hope and independence. The Revolution affected people in the Latin American Revolution because people were able to gain independence and equality however it increased poverty and caused much war .It helped people believe in there self and influenced others to do many things in the field of world history.

Women did not just stand by as the revolution took place; many did their part to help. Some organized groups to raise funds and support the revolution. They even debated politics, some wrote poetry and papers, but because of their gender they were held back from truly being able to take action. Some went to the extreme, like Deborah Sampson who hid her identity to enlist into the Continental Army. She served in many battles; once removed a bullet from her leg so that her identity could be kept secret. Some crafted goods for the army and provided valuable information on the British movements. Others confronted vendors in crowds, who they speculated were withholding goods till prices were in their favor. Women

In the following paper, we will see the role of women change from a submissive role during the Inca Empire to an activist in the present.

Throughout history, a woman's purpose has mainly been to raise children and manage the household. Although after the Revolution, this role remained mostly the same, during the time of social injustice, women showed their bravery and patriotism. A woman’s role in the American Revolution played a significant part of America winning its independence.

In past centuries, Latin American women have always been there to fulfill their duties as wives and mothers at home. Women were use to working inside the home while their husbands worked outside of the home. During the 20th century, women around the world started to seek changes for themselves. They wanted to be considered equal to their husbands and wanted the opportunity to obtain a job outside of the home. A decrease in the need for traditional craft workers, such as weavers and sewers, greatly influence the decision for change in women. They were no longer needed to make clothing or prepare food and candy the traditional way. Handmade items were pushed aside for the new and improved “factory-made products” (Murray 158). Latin American women made a living off of selling their handmade items; now they were no longer needed.

Without the assistance and use of Soldaderas, the mexican revolution would not have been what it was. There was a major change in which women were viewed and treated before and after the war. Women took roles that belonged to women, whether it was as a nurse, a cook, a soldadera, etc. they all played a major role in completing and fighting for the cause that other men were after. Through courage and bravery women were able to receive respect as well as better treatment. As they also came to a realization as to what roles they should be able to obtain regardless of the gender. They were able to fight for equal rights, and equal treatment just as men.

Above all, in Cuba many people are dedicated to the revolution in different ways. For example, in the book Dreaming in Cuba Celia is one of the main characters who is very loyal to the leader Fidel Castro. Celia is a representation of many people in Cuba who dedicates their life to support Fidel by doing volunteering work. Celia del Pino, is the image of many Cubans who are giving their time to make sure everything goes according to how Fidel regime wants to happen. For example, Celia contributes to the revolution by serving as a coast guard, scanning for invaders in front of her home with her binoculars. “Celia del Pino, equipped with binoculars and wearing her best housedress and drop pearl earrings, sits in her wicker swing guarding the

Sor Juana Ines dela Cruz teaches us that women have the power to challenge the political oppression with courage, talent, and with what we have at our fingertips, from a paper and pen, to the care of a whole family. No need to be nuns or live in a convent in the seventeenth century to bring about change in our society. Let all

Feminist, Eva Maria Duarte de Peron, started a “twentieth-century revolutionary movement” (Murray 206) in her country of Argentina. At the time, her husband was the president of Argentina. As the first lady of Argentina, she made it her duty to make a change for the country while her husband was in office. Her revolutionary ideas were based off of “nationalism and socialist ideology” (Murray 206). The ordinary women of Argentina were her target group for improvement.

The Mexican Revolution was a period in Mexico’s history that sought to overthrow one of the most long standing tyrannical presidents, Porfirio Diaz, and to do so rebel alliances were formed to fight for economic and social reforms of the middle class. Among the celebrated men of the Revolution who fought for or against the cause are Emiliano Zapata, Pancho Villa, Francisco Madero, Victoriano Huerta, Venustiano Carranza and Alvaro Obregon. Unfortunately, However, The Mexican Revolution is a series of battles often eclipsed by The American or French Revolution. Few, can recall the purpose or the names and roles of the men who contributed to the Mexican Revolution and fewer still can recall the influence female had. These women are known as Soldaderas, who served in military positions during a time of chaos from commanding officers to combatants.

In latin america one of the most celebrated and well known events is when a girl reaches the age of fifteen. No matter the difference in details from country to country the overall purpose is to celebrate the coming of age, so to speak. It is something that has been glorified over many generations because it signifies that you have entered womanhood in the latin american culture. At the tender age of five years old I actively participated as the flower girl that walks in before the court and the quinceanera. From that moment on I fell in love with what would be my destiny in ten years time, unaware of all the details that play a role in hosting such a big celebration.