Life During Civil War Flashcards
1
Q
What were the roles of women?
A
Nurses, spies, soldiers(north-dressed as men), kept gov. records, and worked in factories
2
Q
Who was Clara Barton?
A
- Northern/Union nurse
- Angel of the Battlefield
- Founded the American Red Cross
3
Q
Who was Frances?
A
Northerner who disguised herself as a man to fight in the Civil War.
4
Q
What were moth deaths caused by in C.W?
A
Infection and disease
5
Q
What was the worst prison that held union soldiers? How many died?
A
Andersonville - 1/3 of every soldier died - 13,000
