Patriots, Prostitutes, and Spies Women and the Mexican-American War |
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| Author:
| Belohlavek, John M. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8139-3990-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jul 2017 |
| Publisher: | University of Virginia Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $64.00 |
Book Description:
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Tells the story of women on both sides of the Mexican-American War as they were propelled by the bloody conflict to adopt new roles and expand traditional ones. John M. Belohlavek juxtaposes romantic dreams with the reality in Mexico, which included sexual assault, women soldaderas marching with men to provide critical supportive services, and the challenges and courage of working women off the battlefield.
Tells the story of women on both sides of the Mexican-American War as they were propelled by the bloody conflict to adopt new roles and expand traditional ones. John M. Belohlavek juxtaposes romantic dreams with the reality in Mexico, which included sexual assault, women soldaderas marching with men to provide critical supportive services, and the challenges and courage of working women off the battlefield.