The Woman Who Became A Folk Hero By Wearing A Soldier's Uniform | Deborah Sampson
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 Published On Apr 14, 2024

Deborah Sampson was an unusual woman, and the fact she briefly wore a male soldier's uniform for the closing years of the American War of Independence was testament to this. Not only would she fight for her country while pretending to be a man, but she also became a folk hero due to her bravery, her fascinating story, and the inspiring idea that a woman was capable of more than was thought...


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