Vol. 13 No. 27 (2024): Redefining Resistance: Women in National Liberation Movements during the Second World War

This Special Issue examines the diverse roles of women in resistance movements
during the Second World War, focusing on case studies from Spain, Greece, Italy, and
Poland. It challenges the traditionally militarized and male-dominated definitions of
resistance, emphasizing women’s crucial contributions to both armed and unarmed
efforts. The articles reveal how women navigated entrenched societal norms to engage
in activities such as guerrilla logistics, combat, sabotage, and clandestine
organization, often reshaping their roles in wartime society. By exploring these
overlooked aspects of resistance, the issue highlights how women’s actions advanced
liberation struggles and fostered significant social and cultural transformations.