Women who disguised themselves as male soldiers showed ingenuity in pulling ... Lincoln’s call for 75,000 volunteers to fight ...

It’s all about telling the story of these forgotten female soldiers, said the film’s director, J.R. Hardman, who has played both Union and Confederate parts. “This was one of the few ways ...

his whole aim and desire to render zealous and efficient aid to the Union cause.” Thompson’s dedication was typical. Fully 15 percent of women soldiers sustained battle wounds; 18 percent ...