In honor of Women's History Month, we are showcasing a selection of federal publications that highlight the invaluable contributions of women throughout U.S. history. These documents reflect the evolving roles of women in various fields, from government and military service to aviation and the workforce. Our collection offers a deeper understanding of the progress women have made and the ongoing impact they continue to have on shaping our country. Visit our Federal Documents display to explore these resources and celebrate the achievements of women in America!
Celebrate Women's History Month with Our Federal Documents Collection
Federal Documents on Women's History
Women on the Way Up: The Federal Women’s Program
This federal document highlights the growth of women’s employment in the United States and the increasing presence of women in the workforce during the 1970s. It emphasizes the federal government’s role in setting an example by encouraging the employment of women and increasing their representation in government positions. The document also notes President Carter's efforts in appointing more women to senior government roles.
United States Women in Aviation, 1940-1985
Covering the years 1940-1985, this study explores two main periods—World War II and the postwar era-in the story of American women in aviation. It is a history of the female pilots, engineers, aircraft industry personnel, and flight attendants who met the challenges of the aviation world, and who had to overcome particular barriers because they were women. Their contributions and achievements in times of war and peace are illustrated by photographs, documents and newspaper accounts of the day, and by personal memoirs. The unusual experiences of these women are examined in this review of the impact of gender on aviation history.
The Very Few, The Proud: Women in the Marine Corps, 1977-2001
This history follows and examines both the expanding opportunities for women in the Marine Corps and the fading cultural gender distinctions in the last quarter of the twentieth century. The work is derived from official documents and personal files, interviews, conversations, letters, newspaper articles, Internet access to research archives, and hundreds of email submissions from current and former Marines. The generation of women described in this history proved themselves in every clime and place, including in command and in combat. Women choose to be Marines for the same reasons as men: duty to country, opportunity, adventure, escaping hardship, or to grow as a person. This history takes us to the start of the twenty-first century.
Women in Congress, 1917-2006
Contains profiles, contextual essays, historical images, and appendices that provide information about the 229 women who have served in Congress from 1917 through 2006.
American Women: A Library of Congress Guide for the Study of Women's History and Culture in the United States
This important publication is designed to introduce researchers to the opportunities for discovering American women's history and culture at the library of Congress. Covers materials such as textual sources, films, sound recordings, prints and photographs, and other audio or visual material. Intended for academics, advanced graduate students, genealogists, documentary filmmakers, set and costume designers, artists, actors, novelists. --Provided by publisher.
Upcoming Event
Author Michael G. Williams and Arcane Carolinas Volume 2
March 13, 2025, 6:00 PM
Michael will discuss Arcane Carolinas Volume 2 while also exploring some South Carolina holiday-themed ghost tales, an international tradition the State Library is excited to participate in. Michael uses library resources to explore folklore and all things eerie in the Carolinas.
