American Revolutionary War - Women and Natives

Mostly neutral during the war

Made land deals with British

Didn't trust either British or Americans

Stayed home or helped travelling camps

Made clothing for soldiers

Disguised themselves as soldiers/spies

By joining the Continental Army as soldiers.

By boycotting British goods.

By providing intelligence to the British.

By establishing new independent democracies.

To gain higher ranks in the army.

To avoid paying taxes.

To join the fight, as they were barred due to their gender.

To become spies for the British.

She immediately reported her gender to her commanding officer.

She allowed a male doctor to treat her wounds.

She removed a musket ball from her thigh with a penknife and sewing needle.

She deserted the army to avoid discovery.

Deborah Sampson

Sybil Ludington

Molly Brant

Members of the Daughters of Liberty