echoes of atlantic revolutions

Three main key events from the chapter are the abolition of slavery, unity, and independence from foreign rule, and the feminists challenging male dominance. Britain was the first country to abolish slavery which followed to other countries to abolish slavery as well. Although slavery was being abolished, it did not necessarily mean that African societies were treated with equality. There were harsh segregation laws, unable to vote, and a lot of lynching. Nationalism was inspired by the French Revolution all over Europe. Many rivalries were fueled for example World War I. Lastly, the feminist movement created a big impact in the west with the Women's Suffrage Movement. Of course, many medical and academic "experts" were against it as they said that it could cause reproductive damages. I really enjoyed reading this part of the chapter due to the fact that it has evolved into equality in today's world. Yes, we could work on equal pay and sexual violence more, but it has changed so much from how society was before. I personally think it's a huge improvement and women should continue to protest for rights until there is universal equality.