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A Lady's Life in the 1920s, Part 4: A Friday Night

The Exploress

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The Rise of Women and Cars in the 1920s

This chapter explores the financial prosperity and rise of a consumer culture for women in America in the 1920s. It discusses the influence of women in the purchase of family cars, the changing attitudes towards women driving, and the challenges and stereotypes faced by women who drove. It also highlights the activities and interests of women during this time, such as road trips, autocamping, and swimming.

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