Women in the American Revolutionary War

In this episode, we explore the vital roles women played during the American Revolution, from organizing boycotts and supporting the homespun movement to serving as camp followers, spies, and even soldiers in disguise. The discussion highlights how women shaped the war effort both at home and near the battlefield, while also examining the distinct experiences of African American women pursuing freedom and Native American women whose communities and agricultural traditions were disrupted by the conflict. We also look at how female writers and poets entered the political conversation, using their voices to challenge inequality and engage with revolutionary ideals despite women’s exclusion from formal politics.