Women began officially serving in the military in a limited capacity before World War I, but their roles expanded significantly during and after the war. During World War I, women served in non-combat roles such as nurses, clerks, and telephone operators. After the war, many countries began to officially allow women to enlist in the military and take on a wider range of roles. The acceptance of women in the military continued to grow in the following decades, with more opportunities opening up for them to serve in combat and leadership positions.
