Daughters of Liberty Flashcards
1
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Women’s role in the revolution
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Supported the war effort by producing goods, boycotting British products, and aiding soldiers.
2
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Spinning Bees
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Women spun homemade cloth to replace British imports
3
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Abigail Adams’ plea
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In a letter to John Adams (1776), she urged him to “remember the ladies” in the new government.
4
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Women’s political awareness
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Although denied direct participation, women became more politically engaged.
5
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Long-term impact .
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Laid the foundation for future women’s rights movements