Explain what role women had in Nazi society.

Role of women in Nazi society was modelled on the principles of a largely patriarchal or male-dominated society. Hitler declared women as most important citizens, but this was limited to only Aryan women who bred pure-blood, ‘desirable’ Aryans. They were taught that motherhood was the only goal to strive for they had to performing the duties of managing the household and being good wives. This was in total contrast to the role of women in the French.

Revolution, where women led movements and fought for the right to education and the right to equal wages as men. They could not be forced to marry against their will. They could also train for jobs, become artists or run small businesses. Schooling was made compulsory for them.