Book description
Women of the American Revolution will explore the trials of war and daily life for women in the United States during the War for Independence. What challenges were caused by the division within communities as some stayed loyal to the king and others became patriots? How much choice did women…
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1 author picked Women of the American Revolution as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I always ask people if they know about any of the nation’s “founding mothers.” Most do not, and those who have some insights usually speak about these women as one-dimensional characters.
Betsy Ross = Flag. Dolley Madison = Ice cream (This, although Dolly Madison, the ice cream company founded in the 20th century, is not related to Dolley Madison, the influential wife of President James Madison in the early 19th century.)
I loved how this book, a collection of profiles of Colonial women, presents them as real people with their own ideas and strengths and spheres of influence.
Abigail Adams…
From Natalie's list on sounding like an insider as the U.S. marks its 250th birthday.
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