Jone's Women's History Blog

On this day in 1431, Joan of Arc was burned at the stake. A young girl who managed to convince the king of France to let her save French ... Read More

She wrote at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th, helping to establish an American identity with her well-researched books on early American customs. ... Read More

You've heard of Paul Revere? A woman did something quite similar -- riding on horseback at night to warn farm families of a British landing and to raise the ... Read More

Here are some interesting statistics about Mother's Day, which is claimed as the second-largest gift-giving holiday in the United States. Read more

Democracy Now on May 6, 2005, included a segment on Julia Ward Howe and Mother's Day. It includes an interview with Professor Valarie Ziegler, Professor of Religious Studies at ... Read More

In ancient and classical times, many cultures celebrated a holiday honoring motherhood personified as a goddess. Read more

Before Anna Jarvis, there was Julia Ward Howe. The author of the famous patriotic song, Battle Hymn of the Republic, worked to establish a Mother's Day for Peace to ... Read More

Mothers' Work Days were the earliest version of Mother's Day in America. Read more

Mother's Day as we know it was initiated by one woman: Anna Jarvis. Read more

Before you run out and buy flowers for this Mother's Day, take a look at this historical perspective on carnations and the holiday. Read more

Amelia Earhart, pioneer in aviation, speaks of flying, the challenges women face, motivation, kindness, and danger: Amelia Earhart Quotes Also: Amelia Earhart Biography More About Amelia Earhart Women in Avaiation

About.com's Guide to Space and Astronomy, Nick Greene, has the news about astronaut Eileen Collins leaving NASA: Eileen Collins Completes Career of Space Firsts Related: Eileen Collins - Space Shuttle Commander Women in ... Read More