Women of the Republic

Intellect and Ideology in Revolutionary America

Autori

• Linda K. Kerber

Parametri

• 320 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Femminismo
• Genere
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia degli Stati Uniti

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The narrative highlights the crucial yet often overlooked roles women played during the American Revolution. From serving as caregivers in army hospitals to acting as spies and supporting the war effort through fundraising and managing farms, women significantly contributed to the struggle for independence. Their efforts not only sustained the soldiers but also enabled men to enlist with confidence, showcasing that the fight for liberty was as much a woman's endeavor as it was a man's. The book emphasizes the vital impact of women's labor and resilience during this pivotal time.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 1997

(In brossura)