Over the years, I’ve written many blog posts about Memorial Day and about American and others who served their country in conflicts throughout history.
Category: Strong Women
She Lived with Courage and Conviction
Hannah Szenes, a Hungarian Jew, saw the swell of anti-Semitism before WWII. Because of that, she became a symbol of courage, conviction, and self-sacrifice.
She was One Who Tried for Justice And Freedom
Learn about the woman who wanted to be known as one who tried Dorothy Height did more than try. Her dedication and tireless efforts were remarkable.
She Did Remarkable Things All in a Day’s Work
American history hasn’t been kind to women, less so to Black women. Learn about the remarkable Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first Black female medical doctor.
The Hidden History of Afong Moy & American Prejudice
At 18-year-old Afong Moy was the first recorded Chinese woman who entered the US Sadly, her sparse history says more about early America’s citizens than Moy.