About This Lesson
Bring World War II history to life with the riveting personal stories of real women in Her War, Her Story: World War II narrated by Jane Lynch!
About the Film
Her War, Her Story: World War II is a compelling documentary film (under 60 minutes) that explores World War II through firshand accounts of women from the United States, England, France, and Germany. These individual stories from more than two dozen women provide a view into the role of women in one of history’s most violent conflicts, from the perspectives of those who served, witnessed, or were caught up in a war that proved women were the equal of men when it came to patriotism, service, and in some cases self-preservation during crises that called for steadfastness. From children sent from London to the countryside during the Blitz to top-secret Enigma code breakers to munitions factory workers, the breadth of experience and contributions of women to the war effort is staggering and inspirational.
About the Discussion Guide
This discussion guide includes sections on Women Recruited for the War Effort, How Identity Shaped Women’s Wartime Experiences, Code Breakers. and What Happened to Women After the War. This film is useful for teaching with primary sources about Women's History, and it pairs well with Breaking Enigma: A World War II Game Changer about Bletchley Park. This classroom-ready discussion guide includes background information, questions for writing or discussion, and additional resources.
Her War, Her Story is a powerful tool for teaching with primary sources about History, Social Studies, US History, Wome's History, World History and World War II History. Teach with this film for Women's History Month in March!
Learn more about teaching with Her War, Her Story: World War II including where to watch and related resources at Journeys in Film.
