5 Women who Changed the World: Pt. 8

​This month, my posts will spotlight 5 women who changed the world. In the end, 100 women will be spotlighted. ​Today I spotlight the following women:

• ​Frida Kahlo
• Maria Bochkareva
• Buchi Emecheta
• Henrietta Lacks
• Coco Chanel

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Frida Kahlo

Painter

Known for her paintings that asked questions about society, gender, and class. Seen as a Mexican icon and a global sensation.

Biography

Maria Bochkareva

Soldier

First woman to become a commander of a military group in WWI. Led an all-female group. Paved the way for a larger involvement of women in WWII.

Biography

Buchi Emecheta

Writer

Wrote a wide variety of books and plays. Wrote about topics such as female independence, child slavery, motherhood and freedom. Got countless awards and honors, including an OBE.

Biography

Henrietta Lacks

Farmer

Died of cervical cancer and had cells used for medical research. This research sourced the HeLa cell line, which is one of the most important cell lines. This research saved millions of lives.

Biography

Coco Chanel

Designer

Founder of the world-famous brand Chanel. Designs are seen to have revolutionized the fashion industry and women dressed post-WWI. Was voted one of the most influential women of the 20th century by Time magazine.

Biography