Who was Rosie the Riveter?
History · Middle School · Mon Jan 18 2021
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Rosie the Riveter is an iconic figure representing the American women who worked in factories and shipyards during World War II. These women took on jobs traditionally held by men, who were then serving in the military. The name "Rosie the Riveter" became popularly associated with a strong, determined woman who could do a man's work, serving as both a symbol of feminism and the economic power of women.
One of the most famous depictions of Rosie the Riveter is a poster by artist J. Howard Miller with the slogan "We Can Do It!" In this poster, Rosie is shown wearing a red bandana and flexing her arm muscle, signifying the strength and determination of the American female workforce.