2006 Articles and Content
Articles and content from 2006, from your About.com Women's History Guide.
Admonition to Parliament
A summary of the importance of the Admonition to Parliament. Queen Elizabeth's reaction to it helped shape English church history.
A summary of the importance of the Admonition to Parliament. Queen Elizabeth's reaction to it helped shape English church history.
Alice Morse Earle
A profile of Alice Morse Earle, whose writings on colonial life and the Puritans focus on domestic life and foreshadow the discipline of women's history.
A profile of Alice Morse Earle, whose writings on colonial life and the Puritans focus on domestic life and foreshadow the discipline of women's history.
Amelia Earhart Quotes
Quotes by Amelia Earhart, the First Lady of Flight - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Amelia Earhart, the First Lady of Flight - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Barbara Bush
A profile of Barbara Bush, wife of one US president and mother of another.
A profile of Barbara Bush, wife of one US president and mother of another.
Barbara Walters
Barbara Walters, the first woman to anchor an American network evening news program, is profiled in this biography sketch.
Barbara Walters, the first woman to anchor an American network evening news program, is profiled in this biography sketch.
Betty Ford Quotes
Quotes by Betty Ford - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Betty Ford - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Carrie Chapman Vote - On Women Voting
In 1920, after the vote for women had been won, suffragist Carrie Chapman Catt urged women to use their new-found political freedom.
In 1920, after the vote for women had been won, suffragist Carrie Chapman Catt urged women to use their new-found political freedom.
Cordelia
A description of the character Cordelia, whose role in King Lear reflects gender roles of the era.
A description of the character Cordelia, whose role in King Lear reflects gender roles of the era.
Coretta Scott King Quotes
Quotes by Coretta Scott King - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Coretta Scott King - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Diane Abbott
A profile of Diane Abbott, first woman of African descent elected to the British Parliament.
A profile of Diane Abbott, first woman of African descent elected to the British Parliament.
Edmonia Lewis - African American and Native American Sculptor
A profile of Edmonia Lewis, 19th century African American and Native American female sculptor, whose work became popular again in the late 20th century.
A profile of Edmonia Lewis, 19th century African American and Native American female sculptor, whose work became popular again in the late 20th century.
Edmonia Lewis Picture Gallery
Pictures of Edmonia Lewis, 19th century African American woman sculptor, and some of her work.
Pictures of Edmonia Lewis, 19th century African American woman sculptor, and some of her work.
Elena Ceausescu
A summary of the biography of Elena Ceausescu, an influence on her husband, the dictator of Romania until their execution in 1989.
A summary of the biography of Elena Ceausescu, an influence on her husband, the dictator of Romania until their execution in 1989.
Empress Carlota of Mexico
Placed on the throne in Mexico with her husband, Maximilian, by Napoleon III, she soon discovered that the people of Mexico preferred self-rule. She returned to Europe to find support for her husband, and ended up "hopelessly insane," as contemporary records tell the story.
Placed on the throne in Mexico with her husband, Maximilian, by Napoleon III, she soon discovered that the people of Mexico preferred self-rule. She returned to Europe to find support for her husband, and ended up "hopelessly insane," as contemporary records tell the story.
Esther Dyson
A profile of one of the most powerful women in the computer field, Esther Dyson.
A profile of one of the most powerful women in the computer field, Esther Dyson.
Female Pharaoh
An overview of the women historians and archaeologists believe can be identified as having served as female Pharaoh, or ruler.
An overview of the women historians and archaeologists believe can be identified as having served as female Pharaoh, or ruler.
First Lady Quiz 1
How well do you know the first ladies of America -- the wives and official hostesses of the US presidents? Take this trivia quiz and find out.
How well do you know the first ladies of America -- the wives and official hostesses of the US presidents? Take this trivia quiz and find out.
First Lady Quiz 1
A quiz on the American first ladies -- see how much you know!
A quiz on the American first ladies -- see how much you know!
First Lady Quiz 2
Test your knowledge on facts about America's First Ladies in this second quiz on the subject.
Test your knowledge on facts about America's First Ladies in this second quiz on the subject.
Florence Nightingale Bibliography
A bibliography of Florence Nightingale biographies and related texts.
A bibliography of Florence Nightingale biographies and related texts.
Florence Nightingale on Women's Rights
An excerpt from Florence Nightingale's writing, as she addresses the issue of women's rights.
An excerpt from Florence Nightingale's writing, as she addresses the issue of women's rights.
Florence Nightingale
A profile of Florence Nightingale, founder of the modern profession of nursing.
A profile of Florence Nightingale, founder of the modern profession of nursing.
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Quotes
Quotes by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Frederick Douglass Quotes on Women's Rights
Quotes by Frederick Douglass - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Frederick Douglass - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Gwendolyn Brooks Quotes
Quotes by Gwendolyn Brooks - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Gwendolyn Brooks - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Hannah Snell
In the 18th century, Hannah Snell disguised herself as a man and ended up serving in the army and the marines.
In the 18th century, Hannah Snell disguised herself as a man and ended up serving in the army and the marines.
Harpies
A description of the mythological female creatues, the Harpies.
A description of the mythological female creatues, the Harpies.
Hildegard of Bingen
Hildegard of Bingen biography: a profile of Hildegard of Bingen, medieval visionary writer and composer of music.
Hildegard of Bingen biography: a profile of Hildegard of Bingen, medieval visionary writer and composer of music.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett - Biography
A biography of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, muckraking journalist and anti-lynching crusader.
A biography of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, muckraking journalist and anti-lynching crusader.
Ida B. Wells-Barnett - Profile
A summary of the contributions and life of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, muck-raking journalist and anti-lynching crusader.
A summary of the contributions and life of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, muck-raking journalist and anti-lynching crusader.
Jeanne d'Albret (1528-1572)
A biography of Jeanne d'Albret, cousin of the French king and ruler of Navarre, was a Huguenot (Protestant) leader and religious reformer in the 16th century.
A biography of Jeanne d'Albret, cousin of the French king and ruler of Navarre, was a Huguenot (Protestant) leader and religious reformer in the 16th century.
Jeanne d'Albret
A profile of Jeanne d'Albret, cousin of the French king and ruler of Navarre, was a Huguenot (Protestant) leader and religious reformer in the 16th century.
A profile of Jeanne d'Albret, cousin of the French king and ruler of Navarre, was a Huguenot (Protestant) leader and religious reformer in the 16th century.
Katharine Graham Quotes
Quotes by Katharine Graham - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Katharine Graham - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Katharine Graham
Katharine Graham, one of the 20th century's most powerful women, was president and publisher of The Washington Post, leading it through interesting times including the publication of the Pentagon Papers against the government's wishes, and the tough investigative reporting of the Watergate scandal of Woodward and Bernstein.
Katharine Graham, one of the 20th century's most powerful women, was president and publisher of The Washington Post, leading it through interesting times including the publication of the Pentagon Papers against the government's wishes, and the tough investigative reporting of the Watergate scandal of Woodward and Bernstein.
Lady Bird Johnson
A profile of Lady Bird Johnson, US First Lady 1963-1969, proponent of beautification and Head Start.
A profile of Lady Bird Johnson, US First Lady 1963-1969, proponent of beautification and Head Start.
Lili'uokalani
A profile of Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii, Hawaii's last reigning monarch, and writer of many songs including Aloha Oe.
A profile of Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii, Hawaii's last reigning monarch, and writer of many songs including Aloha Oe.
Lillian Hellman Quotes
Quotes by Lillian Hellman - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Lillian Hellman - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Lillian Hellman
A biography of Lillian Hellman, woman writer and playwright whose plays often included anti-fascist themes.
A biography of Lillian Hellman, woman writer and playwright whose plays often included anti-fascist themes.
Lizzie Borden
A biography of Lizzie Borden, accused (and acquitted) murderer of her father and stepmother.
A biography of Lizzie Borden, accused (and acquitted) murderer of her father and stepmother.
Lorraine Hansberry Quotes
Quotes by Lorraine Hansberry - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Lorraine Hansberry - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Louise of Savoy
A biography of Louise of Savoy, influential French royal who was the mother of a king of France, and served as regent for her son.
A biography of Louise of Savoy, influential French royal who was the mother of a king of France, and served as regent for her son.
Margaret Fuller Quotes
Quotes by Margaret Fuller - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Margaret Fuller - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Marguerite of Navarre - Margaret of Navarre - Marguerite of Angoulême
A biography of Marguerite of Navarre, Renaissance woman writer.
A biography of Marguerite of Navarre, Renaissance woman writer.
Marie Antoinette
Biography of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France: From your Guide: a summary of the life of the Queen of France 1774-1793.
Biography of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France: From your Guide: a summary of the life of the Queen of France 1774-1793.
Marilyn French Quotes
Quotes by Marilyn French - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Marilyn French - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Martha Washington Picture Gallery
Pictures of Martha Washington, First Lady of the United States.
Pictures of Martha Washington, First Lady of the United States.
Martha Washington
A biography of Martha Washington, the first First Lady of the United States.
A biography of Martha Washington, the first First Lady of the United States.
Mary McLeod Bethune - Biography
An extended biography of educator and racial justice activist Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of Bethune-Cookman College and New Deal administration official.
An extended biography of educator and racial justice activist Mary McLeod Bethune, founder of Bethune-Cookman College and New Deal administration official.
Mary McLeod Bethune - Profile
A biographical profile of Mary McLeod Bethune, educator and racial justice advocate.
A biographical profile of Mary McLeod Bethune, educator and racial justice advocate.
Mary Parker Follett Quotes
Quotes by Mary Parker Follett - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Mary Parker Follett - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Mary Parker Follett
Mary Parker Follett was a pioneer theorist on management theory. That her work is nearly forgotten today is sad, because even in 1918 and 1924, her work shows the direction of much of 20th century management thinking.
Mary Parker Follett was a pioneer theorist on management theory. That her work is nearly forgotten today is sad, because even in 1918 and 1924, her work shows the direction of much of 20th century management thinking.
Mother's Day Gifts
Selected gifts that would be appropriate for Mother's Day, with a women's history theme. Women through the ages are honored in this collection.
Selected gifts that would be appropriate for Mother's Day, with a women's history theme. Women through the ages are honored in this collection.
Myths of Women's History: Pocahontas Saves Captain John Smith
It's one of the best-known stories in American history: Indian princess throws herself on captive John Smith to save him from her father's order of execution. But is the story true?
It's one of the best-known stories in American history: Indian princess throws herself on captive John Smith to save him from her father's order of execution. But is the story true?
Nancy Pelosi Quotes
Quotes by Nancy Pelosi - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Nancy Pelosi - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Nancy Pelosi
A profile of Nancy Pelosi, member of Congress.
A profile of Nancy Pelosi, member of Congress.
Pocahontas Image Gallery
A picture gallery of images of Pocahontas, instrumental in the success of Tidewater area colonial settlements
A picture gallery of images of Pocahontas, instrumental in the success of Tidewater area colonial settlements
Pocahontas
A biography of Pocahontas, whose role in the early English settlement of Virginia was key to the survival of the colonists.
A biography of Pocahontas, whose role in the early English settlement of Virginia was key to the survival of the colonists.
Queen Lili'uokalani
A biography of Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii
A biography of Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii
Quotes on Mothers and Motherhood
Quotes on mothers and motherhood, most from notable women. For Mother's Day or any day.
Quotes on mothers and motherhood, most from notable women. For Mother's Day or any day.
Rebecca Ann Felton
Rebecca Ann Felton, the first woman in the US Senate, was from Georgia, and was appointed for two days as a symbolic gesture.
Rebecca Ann Felton, the first woman in the US Senate, was from Georgia, and was appointed for two days as a symbolic gesture.
Rosalynn Carter Quotes
Quotes by Rosalynn Carter - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Quotes by Rosalynn Carter - part of an extensive collection of quotations by notable women.
Rosalynn Carter
A profile of Rosalynn Carter, First Lady who focused her efforts on humanitarian work such as mental health reform.
A profile of Rosalynn Carter, First Lady who focused her efforts on humanitarian work such as mental health reform.
Salic Law
An explanation of Salic Law, which affected the history of several European countries and their royal lineage.
An explanation of Salic Law, which affected the history of several European countries and their royal lineage.
Sanitary Commission (USSC)
A profile of the United States Sanitary Commission, founded in 1861, which helped promote health in the Union Army Camps, provide supplies, and raise money for the Union effort.
A profile of the United States Sanitary Commission, founded in 1861, which helped promote health in the Union Army Camps, provide supplies, and raise money for the Union effort.
Sappho of Lesbos
An image gallery showing how the ancient Greek poet, Sappho of Lesbos, has been depicted through the ages.
An image gallery showing how the ancient Greek poet, Sappho of Lesbos, has been depicted through the ages.
Sybil Ludington
A profile of Sybil Ludington highlighting her heroic 1777 ride to raise militia troops to stop the British advance.
A profile of Sybil Ludington highlighting her heroic 1777 ride to raise militia troops to stop the British advance.
Tallulah Bankhead
Sex, drugs and -- well, she was too early for rock and roll. Tallulah Bankhead is better known for her lifestyle and her deep voice and outrageous wit than for her film and stage career, despite her many acting awards. A biography of Tallulah Bankhead, flamboyant and award-winning actress.
Sex, drugs and -- well, she was too early for rock and roll. Tallulah Bankhead is better known for her lifestyle and her deep voice and outrageous wit than for her film and stage career, despite her many acting awards. A biography of Tallulah Bankhead, flamboyant and award-winning actress.
The Christmas Silence
A poem about Christmas from Margaret Deland.
A poem about Christmas from Margaret Deland.
The Furies
Furies, Erinyes, Erinyes. myth, female monsters, revenge, creatures
Furies, Erinyes, Erinyes. myth, female monsters, revenge, creatures
The Shepherd Who Stayed
A Christmas poem by Theodosia Garrison, The Shepherd Who Stayed
A Christmas poem by Theodosia Garrison, The Shepherd Who Stayed
Themis - Goddess of Justice
Who was the goddess Themis? Here are the basics.
Who was the goddess Themis? Here are the basics.
Virginia Apgar
Virginia Apgar biography: profile of the woman who pioneered in newborn health.
Virginia Apgar biography: profile of the woman who pioneered in newborn health.
Which Tudor Queen Are You? A Women's History Quiz
A fun way to explore Tudor women's history: take the quiz and find out which Tudor queen is most like you.
A fun way to explore Tudor women's history: take the quiz and find out which Tudor queen is most like you.
Why I Don't Trust Wikipedia - Women's History and Women's Topics on Wikipedia
I don't trust Wikipedia to be a place to find truthful and verifiable fact on topics related to women's history and women's issues. Here's why.
I don't trust Wikipedia to be a place to find truthful and verifiable fact on topics related to women's history and women's issues. Here's why.
Woman Suffrage is Inevitable
A 1917 speech for woman suffrage, delivered by Carrie Chapman Catt to Congress.
A 1917 speech for woman suffrage, delivered by Carrie Chapman Catt to Congress.
Women Abolitionists
Women abolitionists -- profiles of women abolitionists, including African American abolitionists and white women who worked for abolition.
Women abolitionists -- profiles of women abolitionists, including African American abolitionists and white women who worked for abolition.
Women in Ancient History
Famous women of ancient history, in artists' conceptions throughout the ages.
Famous women of ancient history, in artists' conceptions throughout the ages.
Women of Medieval Europe - Influential Medieval Women
Before the Renaissance -- when a number of women in Europe wielded influence and power -- women of medieval Europe often came to prominence primarily through their family connections. Through marriage or motherhood, or as their father's heir when there were no male heirs, women occasionally rose above their culturally-restricted roles. And a few women made their way to the forefront of accomplishment or power primarily through their own efforts. Here are a few medieval women of note.
Before the Renaissance -- when a number of women in Europe wielded influence and power -- women of medieval Europe often came to prominence primarily through their family connections. Through marriage or motherhood, or as their father's heir when there were no male heirs, women occasionally rose above their culturally-restricted roles. And a few women made their way to the forefront of accomplishment or power primarily through their own efforts. Here are a few medieval women of note.
World War II Posters - Victory Begins at Home
In World War II, posters promoted the idea that victory begins at home, with sacrifices, effort, and preserving certain goods for the war. Here are some of the posters of World War II promoting the home front effort to support victory abroad.
In World War II, posters promoted the idea that victory begins at home, with sacrifices, effort, and preserving certain goods for the war. Here are some of the posters of World War II promoting the home front effort to support victory abroad.