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Harriet Tubman

Posted on February 5, 2013 by PennyColman

Alison Saar, the sculptor of this magnificent memorial to Harriet Tubman in New York City, placed Tubman facing south, a controversial decision when it was dedicated in 2008. Critics said it should face north to symbolize Tubman’s many trips leading … Continue reading →

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Spies! Women in the Civil War

Posted on December 14, 2012 by PennyColman

Last night I got word that the second edition of my book, “Spies! Women in the Civil War” is now available as an ebook (with an orange cover that I love!). I did my research in the early 90s, traveling … Continue reading →

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Landmarks to Dr. Mary E. Walker and Harriet Tubman

Posted on August 13, 2011 by PennyColman

During my recent booktalk/signing at Seneca Falls, New York, I took a side trip to Oswego to visit the grave of Dr. Mary E. Walker, who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for her Civil War service.  I also … Continue reading →

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Landmarks to Women

Posted on March 2, 2011 by PennyColman

Happy Women’s History Month, which was first celebrated as Women’s History Week on March 1, 1978 in Sonoma County, CA. In 1987, Congress passed a resolution designating March as National Women’s History Month. This year the theme  from the National … Continue reading →

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