women

"At the mountain's base sits a cabin under an old hickory tree. And in that cabin lives a [Native American] family -- loving, weaving, cooking, and singing. The strength in their song sustains them through trials on the ground and in the sky, as they wait for their daughter/sister/granddaughter/niece, a pilot, to return from war"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the roles some women played during the Civil War including Clara Barton, who nursed the wounded; Mary Elizabeth Bowser, a former slave who spied on Jefferson Davis; Rose Greenhow, a Confederate spy; Harriett Tubman, an escaped slave who helped others to escape; and Harriet Beecher Stowe, who wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin.".

Describes the life of Sarah Emma Edmonds, who disguised herself as a man, took the name Frank Thompson, joined a Michigan army regiment to fight in the Civil War, served as a nurse on the battlefield, and became a spy.

Describes the role women and young girls played in the American Revolution, highlighting the contributions and exploits of women who had a significant impact on the colonists' fight for freedom.

Traces the history of women in combat from the Revolutionary War to today, and profiles trailblazing women from all wars and military branches. Includes a timeline, fact boxes, primary sources, sidebars, photographs, a glossary, critical thinking questions, and further resources.

"In 2015 the Pentagon changed a historical ruling, allowing American women to serve in front-line ground combat troops. Women have served in the military throughout history. Yet no matter their title, they face discrimination and even sexual assault. Meet the women who serve their country and stand up for fairness"--Provided by publisher.

A fictionalized account of sixteen-year-old Sybil Ludington, trained to handle a musket, who rode alone over forty miles in New York to bring out the militia before the Battle of Ridgefield.

Discusses the stories of the women who secretly fought in the Civil War.

Describes the active roles of over forty women in the Civil War, from soldiers and spies to doctors and nurses.

"Narrative nonfiction book focused on the drama, adventure, and suspense of Sybil Ludington's nighttime ride to alert local militia of British invasion in the American Revolutionary War."--Provided by publisher.