Articles related to "Women Of History"



BOOK REVIEW - Amazing Women of the Civil War - by Webb Garrison
Book Review on "Amazing Women of the Civil War" by Webb Garrison
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Deeds, not Words* - Part 2
Second part of Marthe Arends article on the plight of those who fought to attain the right to vote for the generations of women who followed them.
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Female Flautists
An article women's contributions to flute history, literature, and performance
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Important Women in Florida History
Information on historic women in Florida isn't as readily available as it can be for other states, but it can be found for those who wish to seek it.
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In Most of Arthurian Lore, Women Get a Bad Rap
The Arthurian stories, beginning the Middle Ages, blamed women for most of the problems.
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MINORITY MUSEUMS Part II - Women by Mary Haegele
Museums that tell the history of peoples that are minorities within the culture that they live. Emphasis is on minority owned museums. This article is about women.
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Mulan
This young woman's story has inspired generations of Chinese poets, writers, artists, dramatists, and even American filmmakers! She is one of China's "Woman Warriors"-- Mulan.
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Susan Hughes Looks at Women in History
Author Susan Hughes and illustrator Willow Dawson have teamed up to bring young women a graphic novel about 7 daring women throughout history.
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Textiles and Art
In many cultures and historical periods textiles were often a woman's only source of artistic expression. This article looks at this premise and gives many sites for viewing various textile forms.
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Why Women's History Month?
A look into why we should designate another month to celebrate the history of another minority group.
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Women Bound Westward
Article about the role of women during the overland journey to the American West.
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Women of Nevada: Part I
Women have made numerous contributions to family, society, art, and government throughout history. March has been set aside, nationally, as a time to honor these women. This series of articles, I hope, will get you started in learning about women who have helped shape Nevada.
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Women's Work in WWII
Introduction to a series of articles looking at the roles women played during WWII.
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Inspirational Quotations for Women
These inspirational quotations for women will motivate you to pursue your dreams and live life fully. Included are quotes from Dolly Parton & Shirley Valentine.
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Review of Battle Cries and Lullabies
Author Linda Grant de Pauw introduces her book with the thesis that "[w]omen have always and everywhere been inextricably involved in war."
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About Joan of Arc
Joan of Arc was born on January 6, 1412 in Domremy, France. Courageous and triumphant, she did not have long to be a normal child.
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Boland’s 'It’s a Woman’s World'
Meant to elucidate the history of women's stagnant lives, Boland's poem unintentionally denigrates those lives through historical revisionism.
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Celebrating African American History through literature
In Celebration of African American history month, this week's article celebrates writers whose work contributes to African American communities
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Important Women in Arkansas History
From the state that gave us everything from President Bill Clinton to Maya Angelou, just about anything is possible.
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Important Women in California History
As with many Western States, the Gold Rush brought people to California in large numbers, opening up a whole new opportunity for women to shine.
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Important Women in Illinois History
When women come into battle, many good things come out of it.
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Important Women in Louisiana History
The golden spike is driven at the completion of railroad construction. In 1884, Julia "Pansy" Rule became the first woman to ever to perform this task.
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Important Women in U.S. History – Alabama
Women's history has, until recently, been largely overlooked in U.S. schools.
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Inspiration from Frida Kahlo
Some say Frida Kahlo was Mexico's greatest artist. She married Diego Rivera twice, and was reported to have had affairs with Trotsky and Noguchi.
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Julia Child: Master Chef
Julia Child has had a long and profitable career as one of the best-known chefs of all time. Here is her story.
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KAY LIVINGSTONE: Activist and Radio Host
Kay Livingstone's name is not well known to most people but she played an important part in the fight for equality for Canada's women of minority.
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Lace Handbag and Shoe Trend for Fall 2008
The fickle world of fashion is loving lace this fall, from modernized lace dresses and sculpted suiting to lace-covered purse, shoes and ankle boots.
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Love and Marriage in Medieval Courtly Romance
Part Two of these articles on medieval courtly romance shows how the passivity of women is enforced through medieval attitudes towards love and marriage.
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Mary: Mother of Jesus
Some believe that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was born in Jerusalem, the daughter of Ann and Joachim. Others believe she was born in Nazareth. Wherever she was born, Mary's life unfolded in the strict Jewish town of Nazareth.
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Massage History - Women Healers
A glimpse of massage practices from around the world shows how women played a very big role in the historical development and utilization of massage.
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Mongol People of the Middle Ages
Intelligent, Unruly, Superstitious, Prejudice.. The Medieval Mongol people prospered and endured harsh environments, in-spite of many traits considered to be uncivilized.
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The Evolution of Western Women's Fashion
Clothing says a great deal about the wearer. Some opt to blend into a crowd; others try to be noticed. The following is a closer look at the changes in women's clothing.
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Women's History by and for Kids
Women's History by and for Kids
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Canadian Women at War
When WWI broke out, thousands of Canadian men enlisted to fight for their country. What part did Canadian women have in the war effort? You might be surprised.
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Elizabeth Cady Stanton: Woman's Rights Activist
Elizabeth Cady Stanton helped found the American woman's rights movement, led the Seneca Falls Convention, wrote The Woman's Bible and brought about change for women.
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Hedge Witch
Ancient followers of earth-based spirituality who were the precursors to our modern day herbalists.
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Important Women in Arizona History
Arizona didn't become the 48th state until 1912, but when it did, success for women followed close behind, giving women the right to vote the same year.
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Inspiration from Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart was one of the most inspirational women in history. A female pilot, aviation editor for Cosmo magazine, and truck driver, Earhart disappeared in 1937.
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Nellie Bly - Undercover (1864-1922)
In dangerous undercover assignments while fighting for the rights of women, children and social reform, Nellie Bly was a famously smart and courageous reporter.
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Optimize Your Health
Have you heard the latest news in diabetes prevention?
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Origins of Women's Soccer
Women's football, often mistaken as a relatively recent sporting development, has a long and rich history stretching back to the earliest days of the game.
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Review of The Birth of Venus by Sarah Dunant
The Birth of Venus sheds light on the female experience of one of Europe's most transformative periods of history.
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The Lieutenant Nun
A historical novel about the extraordinary life of a 17th century girl who transforms the course of her life by changing her gender.
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Wilma Mankiller – Chief of the Cherokees
Wilma Mankiller served as Chief of the Cherokees from 1985 to 1995. She was the first, and only woman, to hold the position as leader of the Cherokee Nation.
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Women's Basketball - Pat Head Summit
The University of Tennessee at Knoxville's women's basketball team has won more national titles than any other women's college basketball team in America.
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Lesson Plans For March
Creative classroom activities for teachers that capitalize on March as a springboard for activities and lesson plans tied to significant historical and social "firsts."
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Women's Words of Wisdom
Women's speeches and quotes honoring Women's History month
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CANADIAN WOMEN IN WWII
Whether they were serving overseas, or keeping "the homefires burning," Canadian women did their part during the Second World War.
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Tips on Political Speaking
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A Year of Women's Issues
A look back at the past year of women's issues at Suite101
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