In the news1975
Legalization of abortion
The 1975 Veil Law legalized abortion in France under specific circumstances, marking a major shift in women's rights.
Born 30 Jun 1974
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In the news1975
The 1975 Veil Law legalized abortion in France under specific circumstances, marking a major shift in women's rights.
Getting around
Canal du Midi commercial navigation ends
Commercial navigation on the Canal du Midi, which had long relied on horse-drawn boats, came to an end in 1979.
Around the world1973–1974
Arab oil producers cut supplies and the price of oil quadrupled; petrol queues and inflation followed around the world.
Daily life
Improving domestic sanitation and running water
In 1954, only 10 percent of French households had a shower or bathtub, and over 40 percent lacked running water. By the end of the period, the majority of the population had gained access to fully equipped, modern dwellings.
What people wore
Trousers were rare for women
For much of this period, trousers on women were rare and socially unconventional for daily life, often restricted to casual settings like holidays or specific professional environments.
Music
Dance Rituals and Social Life
The village dance served as an important social hub where attendees danced the waltz, tango, paso doble, and the java. Mothers often accompanied their daughters to these events, which functioned as both popular celebrations and unofficial marriage markets.
At the table
Frozen food usage grew rapidly
Between the 1970s and 1990s, French household consumption of frozen foods increased significantly, as families sought practical alternatives to traditional cooking due to time constraints.