The article focuses on the historical development of feminist movements, discussing the concept of "waves" of feminism. It explores the first wave from the Seneca Falls Convention in 1848 to women's suffrage in 1920, the second wave during the 1960s and 1970s, and the emergence of the third wave in the 1990s. The discussion delves into the complexities of these movements, including conflicts about goals, approaches, and issues of race, class, and sexuality.