Women's Rights

     Women didn't have many rights in the 1800s. Some women stood out trying to get the message out. One woman who fought strongly for women's rights was Abigail Adams. She believed that women should have the right to own property and have an education. She said,

 "Do not put such unlimited power into the hands of the Husbands. Remember all Men would be tyrants if they could."

     Another woman who fought for women's rights was Lucretia Coffin Mott. She grew up inspired by women's rights. She had a major role in the women's suffrage movement throughout her life.

     Julia Ward Howe is known for writing the Civil War anthem, which is called Battle Hymn of the Republic, and co-founding the American Woman Suffrage Association. She edited the Woman's Journal, for 20 years, and also led major women's clubs and suffrage organizations.