Woman's Work in the Civil War: A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience
"Woman's Work in the Civil War: A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience" by L. P. Brokett and Mrs. Mary C. Vaughan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the significant contributions made by women during the Civil War, highlighting their unwavering dedication and selfless service in various roles, particularly as nurses, caregivers, and organizers of aid societies. Through their courage and hard work, thesewomen played a crucial part in supporting soldiers and their families, embodying a remarkable spirit of patriotism and resilience. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the motivations behind the compilation of this important work. The author shares his journey begun in 1863, driven by admiration for the sacrifices of women in the war effort. He reflects on their indispensable roles as caregivers to the wounded, organizers of supplies, and relentless supporters of soldiers, recounting the countless acts of kindness and bravery that defined their contributions. Prominent historical figures like Clara Barton are mentioned, along with many other unnamed female heroes who worked tirelessly despite personal risks and hardships. The introduction sets the stage for a detailed exploration of individual stories that celebrate these remarkable women's dedication during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Brockett, L. P. (Linus Pierpont), 1820-1893 |
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| Author | Vaughan, Mary C. |
| Commentator | Bellows, Henry W. (Henry Whitney), 1814-1882 |
| Title | Woman's Work in the Civil War: A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience |
| Note | Reading ease score: 53.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Cally Soukup and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works from the University of Michigan Digital Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E456: History: America: Civil War period (1861-1865) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Hospitals |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Women |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 21853 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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