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32 Fascinating Photos That Will Give You A Glimpse Into The Lives Of Women In The 70s
The 1970s brought positive change in more ways than one, particularly for women in Florida. Thanks to gender equality movements, women were entering the workforce in droves, focusing more on their goals and embracing individuality. In addition to breaking barriers in politics, women reshaped societal norms and excelled in their career paths, all while fulfilling family expectations. From running for Congress to performing music at festivals, they created their own opportunities and transformed the framework of women’s rights. By the end of the decade, women in Florida had made significant strides in promoting equality in political, economic, and cultural landscapes. We’ve gathered 33 fascinating photos of these women breaking barriers in the 70s.
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Era Supporter With A Hat, Tallahassee, Florida, 1978
Nils Skirnir 3 months ago
Even the Democrats have given up on it. US is just too Tate and Incel fueled. White women in the US are conflicted about it too, as evidenced by the fact that 61% voted for Trump (an higher rate that White males). Even Hilary! had to be pushed to include it in her platform.
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Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm Speaking At FSU As A Presidential Candidate, Tallahassee, Florida, 1972
#3
Woman Dressed In A Sari Examines Fruit In The Grocery Store, Tallahassee, Florida, 1971
ShyWahine 3 months ago
I've always admired how beautiful sari garments are - especially the way they drape so elegantly
#4
Epa Gulf Breeze Laboratory Biologist On A Field Trip To A Salt Marsh, Fishery Biologist, Dana Beth Tyler, Studies Sea Grass For The Presence Of Marine Life, 1972
#5
Woman And Daughter In Favor Of The ERA, 1973
Marlene Taylor is holding the sign.
#6
Mother Reading, Naples, Florida, 1977
e gads 4 months ago
And what barrier is she breaking?cuz if thats all it takes i break barriers all the time.im a hero.
bElLa sTairZz 4 months ago
this is from a time when women being educated was strongly discouraged, which isnt present to the same extreme in these places today
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Emy Loves 4 months ago
Well, anyone recognize the book she’s reading?! I’m blind…..even while zooming in. But I’m curious as to what she was trying to teach……
nope 4 months ago
Exective stress by Harry Levindon, basic management book. But considering the time, she must have have had a good career to get into this book
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#7
Residents Take Part In Organized Daily Exercises In One Of The Public Pools At Century Village Retirement Community, Palm Beach, Florida, 1973
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Photographers Dughi's Sisters And Other Girls Hold A "Wheelbarrow" Race On The Front Lawn - Tallahassee, Florida, 1974
Khavrinen 3 months ago
I didn't break any limbs, but I did manage to peel a strip of skin off my palm when we did wheelbarrow races in sixth grade. Haven't thought of that in years.
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Actress Jane Fonda Holding A Press Conference At The Capitol In Tallahassee, Florida, 1971
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Senator Lori Wilson Wipes A Tear From Her Eye Following The Defeat Of The Era In The Senate, Tallahassee, Florida, Circa 1970
#11
Mary Helen Marshall, 1970 Miss Florida Seafood Queen Of The Florida Seafood Festival, Apalachicola, Florida, 1970s
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A Favored Place - The Front Porch, Where Residents Sit And Chat Or Watch The Activities On The Beach, Miami Beach, Florida, 1973
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Call Of The Running Tide, Okaloosa, Florida, 1973
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Gateway Girl Scout Troop Members Presenting A Silver Plate And Bowl To First Lady Betty Ford At Jacksonville International Airport In Jacksonville, Florida, 1976
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Elderly Sisters Meet In Florida, 1972
The fight for gender equality had a big influence on women’s fashion in the 70s, particularly within the workforce. To challenge very restrictive office dress codes, feminist movements encouraged women to ditch their hyper-feminine workwear. By the late 70s, the movements placed more focus on promoting women’s individuality and personal comfort when it came to what they wore. As a result, more women began wearing pantsuits and other unconventional office fashion.
#17
Woman Feeding Deer At The Masterpiece Gardens, Lake Wales, Florida, 1971
#18
Actor George Peppard, At Right, With Actress Victoria Principal In Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 1970s
#19
Wild Side Story Slide Photo Of Cast's Favorite Waitress Annie O'Black, Used In Musical Prologue, Wolfie's, 21st Street & Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, 1973
#20
Artist Shirley Clement Posing In Her Studio Located At 3851 Redrock Lane In Sarasota, Florida, 1977
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Members Of The Large Retirement Population Of South Beach These Ladies Live In One Of The Many Residential Hotels That Border The Public Beach, Miami Beach, Dade County, Florida, 1973
#23
Anti-Era Women Line The Wall Of Senate Chambers, Tallahassee, Florida, 1979
Michael Largey 4 months ago
"No, no. We don't want fair and equal treatment. We know we don't. Our husbands told us we don't."
General Anaesthesia 3 months ago
By the neck brace I'd say he was pretty convincing.
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#25
Beach At Destin, On The Gulf Of Mexico, Florida, 1973
#27
Unidentified Woman Modeling Fashion, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 1973
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Grandmother With Kodak Camera, South Florida, Early 1970s
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Portrait Of Tallahassee Junior Woman's Club Member Charlene Williams, 1971
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alchemilla vulgaris 3 months ago
"Random pictures of women in the '60, living pretty much normal lives for the time" (yes, I was there, although not in the age bracket of these women)
alchemilla vulgaris 3 months ago
"Random pictures of women in the '60, living pretty much normal lives for the time" (yes, I was there, although not in the age bracket of these women)
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