Merna A Forster
Heroines: A Guide to Women in Canadian History
Read some interesting biographies about famous women in Canadian history from entertainers to politicians to activists.
University of Florida
Baldwin Library: True Stories of Famous Men and Women of America for Young
A scanned copy of the 1898 publication of True Stories of Famous Men and Women of America for Young by John Stevens Cabot Abbott, a nonfiction book for children.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Sarah Winnemucca
The National Women's Hall of Fame offers a biography of the extraordinary life of Sarah Winnemucca of the Paiute Indians.
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Newfoundland: The Rooms: Virtual Exhibits: Women in Sport
Learn about notable Newfoundland sport's women who lived in the pre-confederation era. A number of sports are listed with biographical links to women. Archival photos and audio clips are included. (To locate, cursor down to Women in Sport.)
Library of Congress
Loc: Work Among Our Women
African American women have been strong leaders in the fight for equality. Mary Church Terrell addresses the National Association of Colored Women and discusses the achievements of African American women since Emancipation.
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Carrie Chapman Catt: Address to Congress on Women's Suffrage
This is the text of Carrie Chapman Catt's address to the Congress on Women's Suffrage in November 1917, in Washington D.C.
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Gifts of Speech: Women's Speeches From Around the World
An archive of speeches by influential, contemporary women. Almost all of the speeches in the collection come directly from the authors themselves or from the organizations representing them and have not been published elsewhere
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: "Mother" Mary Harris Jones
The National Women's Hall of Fame recognizes the important and influential life work of the famous labor organizer and worker's rights activist "Mother" Jones.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Abigail Adams
This biography of First Lady Abigail Adams outlines her important roles, both politically and personally, during her husband's administration. Includes a description of her famous "Remember the Ladies" letter, espousing her strong belief...
American Rhetoric
American Rhetoric: Hillary Rodham Clinton: u.n. 4th World Conference on Women
This is the text, audio, and video [19:35] of Hillary Rodham Clinton's address to the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women on September 5, 1995, Beijing, China.
National Women's Hall of Fame
National Women's Hall of Fame: Maya Lin
Maya Lin became famous at the age of 21 as the architect and creator of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Here you can read about her numerous architectural projects and her promotion of human rights.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Let's Celebrate in Her Honor
In this lesson plan, middle schoolers use the Internet to research influential women in history. Each student then chooses a woman worthy of having a holiday named in her honor and designs a slideshow presentation defending the choice.
Famous Scientists
Famous Scientists: List of Scientists
Looking for some research on famous scientist? This list contains men and women who changed the world through there scientific contributions and inventions.
Smithsonian Institution
National Portrait Gallery: American Women: Ethel Barrymore
Ethel Barrymore from the famous family of actors spent sixty years in the theater. Read about her roles and see a portrait of her painted by Paul Helleu.
Thinkport Education
Thinkport: Women in Modern World History
Using a famous quote from Maya Angelou as inspiration, students learn and practice writing informative essay related to hisotric events.
Alabama Department of Archives and History
Alabama Department of Archives & History
Separate Halls of Fame as established by the Alabama Legislature. Includes: business; international motorsports, military, press association, Alabama sports, women, teachers, music and much more.
Smithsonian Institution
Lemelson Center: Innovative Lives: Stephanie Kwolek and Kevlar, the Wonder Fiber
Smithsonian site features Stephanie Kwolek, the inventor of kevlar. Learn about her famous discovery and the road she took to get there. Contains links to read more about women inventors.
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The Virtual Historian: Persons's Case
Students will examine letters and legal documents associated with the Persons Case. Through the process they will make inferences about human rights and discrimination against women dating prior to 1929 when the word "persons" in the...
Other
Black History From a to Z
Students will enjoy exploring this colorful site during Black History Month, or any other month! Follow the timeline of famous African American women and inventors, or just click on a letter of the alphabet to find brief pieces of...
Other
Alice Paul Institute: Alice Paul: Feminist, Suffragist, and Political Strategist
Read a detailed biography of Alice Paul, tireless champion for women's suffrage, the 19th amendment, and an Equal Rights Amendment.
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Thais Lacoste Fremont : A Woman of Heart, a Woman of Action
Thais Lacoste-Fremont was an influential Quebec feminist in the first years of women's suffrage. Her papers and documents were preserved in the Seminaire de Quebec archives and are on display here.
Alberta Online Encyclopedia
Alberta Online Encyclopedia: The Famous 5: Heroes for Today: Emily Murphy
This website provides some excellent information about Emily Murphy--both for the educator and the learner. Information and photos on her private life allow users a glimpse into Emily Murphy as few knew her. Links to her public life and...
Kansas Historical Society
Carry A. Nation: The Famous and Original Bar Room Smasher
This online exhibit addresses this temperance advocate and reformer's life and times.
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