Before It Became History | Esther De Berdt: Rallying Women for the Revolution
About this episode
The episode explores Esther De Berdt Reed's impact on women's involvement in the American Revolution through fundraising and civic action.
Esther De Berdt Reed inspired women across the colonies to support the Patriot cause through organized fundraising and civic action. Discover how her leadership proved that service on the home front could change history. Before It Became History, a podcast series from the Sandra Day O’Connor Institute, explores the people and moments that shaped the American story. Each episode looks beyond the legend to examine the decisions, conflicts, and ideas that tested the promise of liberty and helped...
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Host: Sandra Day O’Connor Institute
Topics covered
- women in history
- American Revolution
- fundraising
- civic action
- leadership
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