Revolutionary War DEBORAH SAMSON** In October of 1778 Deborah Samson of Plympton, Massachusetts disguised herself as a young man and presented herself.
Both the Union and Confederate armies forbade the enlistment of women. Most women worked as nurses, cooks, laundresses and clerks. A woman’s main job.
Women in the Civil War
Revolutionary War DEBORAH SAMSON** DEBORAH SAMSON** In October of 1778 Deborah Samson of Plympton, Massachusetts disguised herself as a young man and presented.
Life During the Civil War. Soldiers Johnny Reb –750,000 (18-45) served –1 out of 3 died Billy Yank –2.1 million (18-45) served –1 in 10 died Pay: approximately.
