Brockett, L. P. (Linus Pierpont) 1820-1893 creator Vaughan, Mary C. Bellows, Henry W. (Henry Whitney) 1814-1882 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Woman's Work in the Civil War: A Record of Heroism, Patriotism, and Patience" by L. P. Brokett and Mrs. Mary C. Vaughan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the significant contributions made by women during the Civil War, highlighting their unwavering dedication and selfless service in various roles, particularly as nurses, caregivers, and organizers of aid societies. Through their courage and hard work, these women played a crucial part in supporting soldiers and their families, embodying a remarkable spirit of patriotism and resilience. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the motivations behind the compilation of this important work. The author shares his journey begun in 1863, driven by admiration for the sacrifices of women in the war effort. He reflects on their indispensable roles as caregivers to the wounded, organizers of supplies, and relentless supporters of soldiers, recounting the countless acts of kindness and bravery that defined their contributions. Prominent historical figures like Clara Barton are mentioned, along with many other unnamed female heroes who worked tirelessly despite personal risks and hardships. The introduction sets the stage for a detailed exploration of individual stories that celebrate these remarkable women's dedication during one of the most tumultuous periods in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-06-18 Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Cally Soukup and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works from the University of Michigan Digital Libraries.) Original publication data not identified United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Biography United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Hospitals United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Women E456 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21853 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21853 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133513.0 21853