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Mademoiselle Chauvin the first female barrister 1901
Mademoiselle Chauvin, the first female barrister, illustrated as she is sworn in at the French Bar. The Sphere describes the mixed reaction to Mdlle Chauvins right to practise, made apparent by M Magnaud, the President of the Tribunal at Chateau-Thierry who oversaw Chauvins first appearance on February 23rd. Magnaud reportedly welcomed Chauvin with the warning that the legal changes which had allowed for her appointment had " not been received with equal enthusiasm by all her male confreres", however, the Tribunal as a whole praised the updated legislation. Date: 1901
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Mademoiselle Chauvin: Pioneering the Way for Female Barristers in France, 1901 This evocative image captures the historic moment when Mademoiselle Chauvin took her oath as the first female barrister in France at the Bar of Chateau-Thierry on February 23, 1901. The photograph, published in The Sphere, depicts a determined and focused Chauvin, dressed in the formal attire of a barrister, as she is sworn in by the President of the Tribunal, M. Magnaud. The scene is a testament to the groundbreaking legislation that had been enacted, allowing women to practice law as barristers for the first time in France. However, the mixed reactions to this legal change are palpable in Magnaud's demeanor. The President of the Tribunal reportedly welcomed Chauvin with a cautionary statement, acknowledging that the new laws had not been universally accepted by her male counterparts. Despite this, the Tribunal as a whole expressed their approval of the updated legislation, marking a significant step forward for gender equality in the legal profession. This momentous occasion was a beacon of hope for women seeking a career in law and paved the way for future generations of female barristers in France. The image of Mademoiselle Chauvin serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and determination of women who have broken barriers and defied societal norms to pursue their dreams. This photograph, taken in Chateau-Thierry on March 19, 1901, is a testament to the progress made in the fight for gender equality and the enduring spirit of those who dared to challenge the status quo.
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