Episode 9
FEMALE SOLDIERS DURING THE CIVIL WAR
At least 400 women disguised themselves as men to enlist and fight in the Civil War. Here are some of their amazing stories of courage and determination!
Albert Cashier, or "Jennie Hodgers"
Pauline Cushman
Images of Frances Clayton in her army clothes and "feminine" civilian clothes from battlefields.org.
Where to Learn More
Where to Learn More
We enjoyed learning about this topic and thought you might too! Here are some resources you can use to learn more about the Underground Railroad and the people involved!
This website was instrumental in bringing us the stories we shared in this episode. The American Battlefield trust has done a wonderful job sharing the stories of women who served in the Civil War.
This book shares stories of many women throughout the Civil war. It tells their story in a way that demonstrates just how impactful their influence was in the result of the war.