By Carin T Ford
The Civil struggle used to be fought more often than not by means of males, however the struggle couldn't were gained with no the brave attempt of ladies. in the course of the conflict, ladies served as spies and nurses. a few disguised themselves as males to turn into squaddies. With their husbands, fathers, and sons away at conflict, ladies needed to carry down the house entrance. the duty was once challenging, however it used to be useful. during this stirring account, fundamental assets deliver to existence the striking tales of girls within the Civil warfare.
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