Welcome
to the "Remember the Ladies"
women’s history column. The purpose of this
column is to shed light on the role of women
in American history, a subject that is too
often ignored in high school and college
curriculums. Journalist Brandi Gibson began
this column and gave it the apt title "Remember
the Ladies". The title, taken from a letter
written by Abigail Adams in 1776, is meant
to remind each of us that the history of
American women’s collective fight against
oppression has deep roots. In my first article
as columnist, you can read more about Abigail
Adams’ words and their significance.
I
am a graduate student at the University
of Maryland, working towards my MA in American
history. In 1999, I received my BA from
Goucher College in History and Women’s Studies.
I am dedicated to the study of American
women’s history, and will gladly answer
any e-mails concerning women in America.
Please send any questions or comments to
Janelle Collett at [email protected].
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