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At the time of the First World War, most women were barred from voting or serving in military combat roles. Many saw the war as an opportunity to not only serve their countries but to gain more rights and independence. With millions of men away from home, women filled manufacturing and agricultural positions on the home front. Others provided support on the front lines as nurses, doctors, ambulance drivers, translators and, in rare cases, on the battlefield. Continuity can be seen in the longstanding societal norms that barred most women from voting or serving in combat roles. Women's rights had been restricted for generations. However, the war brought about change as the need for additional labor and support on the home front led to expanded opportunities for women in various non-combat roles. This change was a consequence of the war's demands, which gradually challenged traditional gender roles. While progress was made, it would take several more years and the suffrage movement for women to gain voting rights and wider recognition of their capabilities.

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Mary Roberts Rinehart, the New York based writer, went to the front and did not hold back from getting close insight as she visited the trenches. She was the first journalist to reach the front during the war. The experience left an impression on her as she witnessed the great expanse of land between trenches laden with the lifeless bodies of men and horses. Continuity is evident in her departure from the traditional role of women in her era, as women were typically expected to stay on the home front. Her decision to go to the front lines represents a significant change. Rinehart's actions exemplify how the war brought about changes in societal expectations for women and how individual choices led to consequential shifts in gender roles and wartime reporting.

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Miss Candace Hewitt, Miss Elizabeth Harrison, and about 48 other New York society girls traded in the life of luxury to train, cook, camp out, and study war's art near the Ramapo Mountains on the Hewitt Estate in New Jersey. These efforts were made on behalf of military preparedness with the Emergency Services Corps. Continuity is seen in their willingness to challenge traditional gender roles, which typically restricted women to domestic and social activities. This change was a consequence of their desire to actively contribute to the war effort during World War I, breaking away from societal norms. Their actions exemplify how the war brought about shifts in gender expectations and how individual choices led to consequential transformations in women's roles during wartime.

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By 1917, women made up nearly 30 percent of its 175,000 workers and a nationwide total of nearly 1.4 million German women were employed in the war labor force. Britain also stepped up its arms production by expanding the employment of women. Continuity is evident in the longstanding societal norms that had previously limited women's roles primarily to domestic and caretaking duties. However, change emerged as the demands of the war led to an unprecedented mobilization of women into the workforce, challenging established gender roles. This shift laid the groundwork for further advancements in women's rights and opportunities in the years to come.

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The Red Cross slowly began incorporating African American women into their nursing ranks during World War I, especially during the years 1918-1919 when the Spanish influenza that festered in the trenches of the European-based war hit a highpoint. During the war, about 90 African American nurses were certified by the Red Cross. Continuity is seen in the historical context of racial segregation and discrimination that had long been prevalent in the United States. However, change emerged as the urgent need for nursing personnel during the war led to a shift in attitudes. The cause of this transformation was the demand for skilled nurses, regardless of their race, to provide care to wounded soldiers. The consequence was not only a significant step towards racial integration within the Red Cross but also a precursor to broader movements for civil rights and racial equality in the decades that followed.

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The Memorial Cross (also known as the Silver Cross), was first created in 1919 for the mothers and widows of Canadian military personnel who died in service. The Silver Cross was instituted to recognize the sacrifices and contributions of service personnel who had been injured or fallen ill while serving their country during World War I. Many women served in various capacities during World War I, including as nurses, clerks, telephone operators, and in other support roles. The awarding of the Silver Cross to female personnel helped to recognize and validate their contributions to the war effort.

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World War I was the first time in American history in which women were officially attached to arms of the American military and government agencies.  Yeomen (F) served with the Navy and the Marine Corps, while the Army Nurse Corps was attached to the Army.  In France, 223 American women popularly known as “Hello Girls” served as long-distance switchboard operators for the U.S. Army Signal Corps. The cause of this transformation was the urgent need for additional support, expertise, and manpower, leading to the formal attachment of women to military and government agencies. The consequence was the breaking of gender barriers and a recognition of women's capabilities, setting the stage for future advancements in gender equality and women's roles in American society and government.

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In 1922, several years after World War I had ended, women continued to experience significant social and political changes that were influenced by their contributions and roles during the war. Continuity was observed in the persistence of societal norms that had historically limited women's roles primarily to domestic spheres. However, change was evident as the significant social and political shifts that women experienced post-war were influenced by their wartime contributions. The consequence was a gradual but transformative shift towards increased gender equality, expanded political rights, and evolving societal expectations for women in the years that followed World War I.

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The Canadian Nurses' Association was established as a way for demobilized nurses to continue sharing common memories and experiences about the war.Continuity is evident in the enduring camaraderie and shared bonds forged during wartime service, which demobilized nurses sought to preserve. However, change emerges as these nurses adapted to post-war life and recognized the need for an organized association to maintain their connections. The consequence was the creation of a supportive network that not only helped nurses process their war experiences but also contributed to the growth and professionalization of nursing in Canada, leaving a lasting legacy for the profession.

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The aftermath of World War I saw significant progress in women's political rights. Many countries had granted women the right to vote during or immediately after the war. In some places, women were not only able to vote but also began actively participating in political processes and holding elected positions. Continuity is evident in the historical context of gender inequalities and women's exclusion from political processes prior to the war. However, change emerged as women's substantial contributions to the war effort challenged these norms. The consequence was significant progress in women's political rights, with many countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom, granting women the right to vote in the post-war years. This marked a pivotal moment in the global struggle for gender equality and set the stage for future advancements in women's rights.