WWI was a terrible crisis in the early 20th century. Women contributed to the war effort from 1914 - 1918, and they also lost brothers, husbands, boyfriends and fathers when American soldiers were sent overseas to fight in Europe in 1917. Many women remained focused on equal rights and equality throughout the war years. Even though President Wilson was not supportive of the 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote, it was finally officially ratified in 1920, not too long after the end of WWI.