Revolutionary Women

Join Emily as she talks all about the second half of 1776, starting with the declaration of independence leading into the series of defeats suffered by the patriot side and the losses of the continental army ending with the Battle of Trenton and the heroism and bravery of George Washington and how he turned things around at the last moment sources to come

Join Emily as she goes over more events from the first half of 1776 in the American revolution. Sources: Wikipedia: Timeline of the U.S. Revolution: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Timeline_of_the_American_Revolution#1776 American Battlefield Trust: American Revolution Timeline: https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/american-revolution-timeline#1776 Wikipedia: Burning of Norfolk: https://en.wi...

As anyone who knows American History knows, 1776 was a HUGE year in the revolution. Join Emily for her first solo-episode of Revolutionary Women talking all about just the first 2 months of the year, starting off with a huge bang in Virginia and North Carolina. Full of sassy reverends and unoriginal names, we hope you join us for this “new-normal” episode of Revolutionary Women! Sources: Wikipedia...

We are so sorry but there is not going to be an episode this week due to some personal reasons and technical difficulties this week but we will be back with out regularly scheduled episodes next week, see you guys then!

BONUS EPISODE!!!! Introducing Ghouls and Garnishes! We decided to give you guys here on Revolutionary Women a sneak peek at what’s to come on Ghouls and Garnishes. So grab your peach Bellinis and we hope you join us for this extra special episode of Ghouls and Garnishes

Bonus Episode Alert!!! Emily joined Madison Schmidt on “It’s a History Podcast” to talk all about the Great Molasses Flood of 1919 in Boston. We go over how the original Molasses tank was very poorly constructed to the lasting impact it had on the city itself. For more information on “It’s a History Podcast” or the research materials for this episode, please go to: https://open.spotify.com/show/0a...

Madison Schmidt joins Emily to tell the story of Hannah Mather Crocker, a woman who lived through the American revolution in Boston. Hannah Mather Crocker was an early American author and advocate for women's rights, best known for her writings on women's roles in society and her pioneering work in promoting educational opportunities for women. Her influential book, "Observations on the Real Right...

Join Kimi and Emily for part 2 of talking about the year 1790 in the French Revolution, one of the messiest years we have gone over yet, on either side. In the second half of 1790, French Revolution focused on implementing key reforms, such as reorganizing administrative divisions into departments and enforcing the Civil Constitution of the Clergy, which sought to bring the Catholic Church under s...

This week we are going over a wrap up of the second year of the french revolution, 1790. In part 1, we are talking about the ways the French Revolution saw the consolidation of revolutionary changes as the National Assembly continued its efforts to dismantle the old regime, including the abolition of feudal privileges and the establishment of the Civil Constitution of the Clergy. This period marke...

After marrying John Peters in 1778, Phillis Wheatley faced significant hardships. Her husband, John Peters was imprisoned for debt, leaving Phillis to struggle with financial instability and the challenges of being a woman of color during the revolution and during the first few years of a brand new nation. Despite these difficulties, she continued to write and sought to support herself and her gro...

Join us for our first episode on Phillis Wheatley. She was an African born around 1753 and sold into slavery at a very young age. Purchased by the Wheatley family, they recognized Phillis’s potential intellectually and gave her an education alongside their children. Phillis would go on to become the first published African American to publish poetry. We discuss her first few books and poems, befor...

After 1789, Marie-Jeanne Roland's life became increasingly tumultuous as the French Revolution unfolded. Initially active in revolutionary politics and an influential figure in the Girondin faction, she faced growing opposition from the radical Jacobins. Her husband's political positions and their moderate stance led to their downfall. In 1793, following the fall of the Girondins, Marie-Jeanne was...

Join us for part on of the life of Marie-Jeanne "Manon" Roland de la Platière. She was born in 1754, and was a French intellectual and political activist known for her influential role in the years leading up to the French Revolution. Raised in a modest but cultured family, she was educated by her father, which fostered her love for literature and philosophy. At 19, she married Jean-Marie Roland,...

Margaret Cochran Corbin was born in Pennsylvania in 1751. She became a hero during the American Revolutionary War when her husband was killed in battle and she took over his position operating a cannon. She was injured during the battle of Fort Washington in 1776, and became the first woman to receive a military pension from the United States government. She is remembered for her bravery and patri...

The Declaration on the Rights of Woman, written by Olympe de Gouges in 1791, paralleled the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen but aimed to assert equal rights for women. It emphasized women's right to education, property ownership, and participation in government. After writing it, Olympe de Gouges faced opposition and was eventually arrested during the Reign of Terror in France. She wa...

Olympe de Gouges lived a life filled with hardship and struggle. Born in 1748 in France, she faced many challenges as a woman in a society that limited her opportunities and rights. De Gouges was a playwright and political activist who used her writing to advocate for gender equality and social justice. She fought against the injustices of her time, including slavery and the oppression of women. S...

Elizabeth Burgin is one of the many forgotten hero’s of the revolutionary war. Join us as we talk about how she got caught up in spy rings and prison escapes this week as we talk about her story. Sources: Wikipedia: Elizabeth Burgin: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Burgin Tara Ross: This day in History: Elizabeth Burgin, unsung revolutionary war heroine: https://www.taraross.com/post/tdih-...

In 1775, the American Revolutionary War escalated dramatically. The year began with skirmishes such as the Battles of Lexington and Concord in April, marking the first military engagements between colonial militia and British troops. These clashes fueled colonial sentiment against British rule and bolstered the call for independence. The siege of Boston followed, with colonial forces tightening th...

In 1789, France experienced rapid and transformative events during the early phase of the French Revolution. The storming of the Bastille on July 14th symbolized popular resistance against royal authority and marked the escalation of revolutionary actions across the country. In August, the National Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen, affirming principles of li...

Prudence Cummings Wright (1740–1823) was a notable figure in American history, particularly during the Revolutionary War era. She was born in Massachusetts and married David Wright, a farmer and militia leader. She famously thwarted a British attack on her town of Pepperell by alerting the militia in time. Prudence Cummings Wright's courageous actions and leadership exemplify the crucial yet often...

After the publication of "Frankenstein," Mary Shelley continued to navigate a life marked by personal tragedy and literary accomplishment. She faced the deaths of several loved ones, including her husband Percy Shelley in 1822. Despite these losses, Mary persisted in her writing career, producing novels, essays, and biographies. She also devoted herself to preserving Percy Shelley's literary legac...

Before writing "Frankenstein," Mary Shelley led a life marked by tragedy and literary influence. Born in 1797 to Mary Wollstonecraft and William Godwin, both influential intellectuals, she was raised in an environment steeped in radical thought and literary discussion. At 16, she eloped with Percy Bysshe Shelley, embarking on a tumultuous relationship that endured financial struggles and personal...

When British writer and female philosopher, Mary Wollstonecraft, went to Paris in December of 1782, she was looking to find out exactly what was going on on the ground of the French Revolution. What she found was fear and anxiety in the fact of the Reign of Terror, but also found safety and security with 2 great loves of her life.

Join us as we talk about the first orn in 1759 in London, England, Wollstonecraft grew up in a financially unstable family. Her father's mismanagement of the family finances led to frequent relocations and financial difficulties. Despite this, Wollstonecraft was self-educated and developed a passion for literature and learning. In her early years, Wollstonecraft worked as a governess and later ope...

This is the second of a two episode dive into the life of Martha Washington, beyond her marriage to george washington and her time spent as the First first lady. In this shorter episode, we go over her time spent as first lady, her retirement with George and the death of both of them as well. Ways we can help Black Women and Girls today: The Loveland Foundation: https://thelovelandfoundation.org B...