The role of women in Vietnam was subject to many changes throughout the history of Vietnam. They have taken on varying roles in society, including warriors, nurses, mothers and wives. There have been many advances in women's rights in Vietnam, such as an increase in women representation in government, as well as the creation of the Vietnam Women's Union in 1930. During the 19th century, Vietnam was dominated by French rule. Some women were temporarily married to European men during this period, with both parties seeing the union as mutually beneficial.