Women on both sides fuelled their states’ war efforts. And while women had no vote, no straightforward access to political discourse and no influence in how the battles were to be waged, they did take control of America’s homes, businesses and plantations. Mothers, sisters and wives had to adjust quickly to the sudden absence of men. THERE WAS WORK FOR EVERYONE during the American Civil War… even women- especially women. Some chafed at the limitations society set for them and determined to change the course of the war.” “Women on both sides fueled their states’ war efforts. Karen Abbott, journalist and best-selling author of the novel Liar Temptress Soldier Spy tells some of their stories. They gathered intelligence, cared for the sick and moved weapons and supplies through the lines. Women did more during the Civil War than just see their sweethearts off to battle.
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