Discusses the lives and roles of children and women during the American Revolution, including life and work on the home front, women nurses and soldiers, and children spying and fighting in the war. Features primary sources, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
General Note
"Original edition published as The brave women and children of the American Revolution in 2009"--Title page verso.
Content Note
The roles of women and children -- Holding down the home front -- Following the army -- At the battlefront -- Spies and messengers.