Historically Speaking, In My Ancestral Scottish Culture, Prussian Culture, Bavarian Culture. Catholic Culture. In the Filippino Culture I Traveled in. Men are "Useful" Women are the "Power behind the Throne".
I have Scottish blood via my mum's lineage (Clan Shedden). And it's quite true Scottish women are a tough bunch. I believe I got all my genetic gifts of strength and resolve from her!