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What was Rosetta Wakeman's primary motivation for disguising herself as a man?
What was Rosetta Wakeman's primary motivation for disguising herself as a man?
- To enlist in the military and fight for the Union (correct)
- To seek adventure and travel
- To serve in the war alongside her husband
- To evade the law and avoid arrest
What incident caused Kady Browen's husband Robert to be injured?
What incident caused Kady Browen's husband Robert to be injured?
- A battle with the Federals mistaking their troops for the enemy (correct)
- Accidental injury during a training exercise
- A fall while setting up camp
- An attack by Confederate soldiers
How did Rosetta Wakeman and her regiment cope with the cold weather?
How did Rosetta Wakeman and her regiment cope with the cold weather?
- By sleeping in warm tents with nice beds (correct)
- By sharing food and staying close together
- By using blankets and sleeping on the ground
- By moving to a warmer location
What was a significant challenge faced by Rosetta while in the military camp?
What was a significant challenge faced by Rosetta while in the military camp?
What was the outcome for Robert after he was injured?
What was the outcome for Robert after he was injured?
Flashcards
Who was Rosetta Wakeman?
Who was Rosetta Wakeman?
Rosetta Wakeman, also known as Private Lyons Wakeran, disguised herself as a man to enlist in the Union Army during the Civil War.
What regiment did Wakeman join?
What regiment did Wakeman join?
Rosetta Wakeman enlisted in the 153rd Regiment of the New York State Volunteers.
What were some of the conditions Wakeman faced?
What were some of the conditions Wakeman faced?
Wakeman’s experience in the Union Army included harsh conditions, such as sleeping in tents with wooden floors and using tin dishes.
What happened during the battle?
What happened during the battle?
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Where did Wakeman go after the war?
Where did Wakeman go after the war?
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Study Notes
Private Rosetta Wakeman's War Experience
- Private Rosetta Wakeman (disguised as Private Lyons Wakeran) enlisted in the 153rd New York State Volunteers regiment.
- Supplies were basic: wooden flooring, tin dishes.
- Living conditions were harsh: extreme cold, freezing ground.
- The regiment had tents and beds.
- Federal troops mistook them for the enemy, but Kady Browen (Rosetta) waved a flag to identify them.
- Kady Browen's husband, Robert, was injured during the incident.
- Kady nursed Robert and other wounded soldiers, including Confederates.
- This led to Robert's discharge from the army.
- They returned home to Rhode Island.
- Rosetta expressed satisfaction in serving the Union and admiration for her regiment's members.
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Explore the remarkable story of Private Rosetta Wakeman, who disguised herself as a male soldier during the Civil War. Delve into her experiences, living conditions, and the challenges faced by her regiment, including moments of misidentification and bravery. Discover how she balanced military service with caring for her injured husband and fellow soldiers.
