Women who passed as men during the Civil War

Silvey, Anita. I'll Pass for Your Comrade: Women Soldiers in the Civil War. Grades 5 and up.

Fascinated by her own family's Civil War history, Ms. Silvey set out to research and locate information on the women who were unfortunately left out of most American history books and television programs. While there are several books on this subject for grownups, Ms. Silvey has brought this fascinating history to a younger readership. Her research resulted in an excellent look at these women's roles and their reasons for joining the various regiments. Ms. Silvey provides the reader with illustrations and photographs showing these women dressed as men in military uniform, which may easily fool the reader, just as they did the actual generals and soldiers.

This is a great look at Civil War history that younger readers may be unfamiliar with. For (young) history buffs and novices alike!