Revolutionary Mothers

Think the American Revolution was fought only by men in powdered wigs? Discover the untold story of the women who were the true backbone of the fight for independence. This book summary reveals how ordinary women became spies, soldiers, and political agitators. You'll learn how women on the home front managed farms, ran businesses, and organized boycotts, all while facing enemy occupation and incredible hardship. Explore the hidden history of the diverse women—from Indigenous leaders to enslaved freedom fighters—who risked everything to shape a new nation.

Carol Berkin is the Presidential Professor of History, Emerita, at Baruch College and the CUNY Graduate Center, and a leading authority on American women's history. Her dedication to uncovering the forgotten stories of the past led her to explore the unheralded contributions of women during the American Revolution. Through meticulous research, Berkin brings to life the diverse roles women played, from spies and soldiers to boycotters and business managers, revealing a more complete and complex picture of the nation's founding.