Named by French explorers in 1699, Ship Island is located
approximately 12 miles off the Mississippi Gulf Coast and lies about
equidistant between Mobile and New Orleans.
The barrier island was initially used as a port of entry by colonists
and has been called the “Plymouth Rock” of the Gulf Coast.
Hundreds, perhaps thousands, of women disguised themselves as men and served in the Civil War. I present research, both previously published along with new discoveries, to document the lives and trials of these extraordinary women.
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Friday, August 28, 2015
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