The reform movements of the 19th century significantly represented many conflicts, which inevitably lead to civil war. Many people believed it was time to defend recognition and transform the American economy. This was certainly the case for ordinary Americans who felt a deep sense of commitment to bringing their concerns to the public. The religious zeal founded among these people emanated from the Second Great Awakening. This wave provided great incentive for minorities, such as slaves and women, to break their enslaving chains and emancipate themselves under appropriate circumstances. However, when these questions began to arise, it was slavery that received the most attention. As a result, reforms such as women's rights were overshadowed and women once again waited many years to obtain their rights. If we look at history, women were the last “species” to enjoy the same rights as men. Not to mention the lifestyle created expressly for women, such as the cult of domesticity, which presented the home as a sphere reserved for women. However, women considered their house a cage for gliding. Despite the fact that men continued to view women as a helpless species, many women during the antebellum period showed society what a woman could do by speaking their priceless truths, organizing meetings and participating in many demonstrations that signified a woman's ability. . This meant that women became involved in other movements that did not concern them at all, because their evangelical spirit pushed them to work for human goodness. During the antebellum era, women spoke out to society, hoping to encourage them to join their congregation. One of these ladies, named Sojourner Truth, gave her speech in 1851 at the Women's Convention in Akron,...... middle of paper... or black, served to work for the abolition of slavery, helping to find their voices as well as their rights. In conclusion, over the decades, women have strived, from demonstrations to trials, to assert their rights. “Will women soon be treated equally to men? The era where women and men would enjoy equal rights is still underway and still has a long way to go from the pre-war period. However, what makes women so unique, especially during this era, is the many contributions that these respectful women made in order to bring about dramatic changes in American society. Some of the extraordinary ideas developed by them account for the success that led to what we call America today. It is therefore proven that women are certainly not a defenseless species, but are useful citizens who generate a lot of commitment to their "race" and their nation..