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List of women warriors in folklore. The Swedish heroine Blenda advises the women of Värend to fight off the Danish army in a painting by August Malström (1860). The female warrior samurai Hangaku Gozen in a woodblock print by Yoshitoshi (c. 1885). The peasant Joan of Arc (Jeanne d'Arc) led the French army to important victories in ...
Sep 14, 2021 · Here are 10 of history’s fiercest female warriors who not only had to face their enemies, but also the strict gender roles of their day. 1. Fu Hao (d. c. 1200 BC)
- Tristan Hughes
Learn about seven women who fought for their causes, from ancient times to modern history. They include Boudicca, Joan of Arc, Cleopatra, Penthesilea, Susan B. Anthony, Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman.
- ARTEMISIA I OF CARIA. Named after the Goddess of the Hunt (Artemis), Artemisia was the 5th century BCE Queen of Halicarnassus, a kingdom that exists in modern-day Turkey.
- JOAN OF ARC. Not just a legendary female warrior but also a Roman Catholic saint, Joan was but a girl when visions of the Archangel Michael drove her to approach the military of France's King Charles VII and offer to assist in his efforts to expel the occupying English in the later days of the Hundred Years' War.
- TRIỆU THỊ TRINH. Though described as the "Vietnamese Joan of Arc," Triệu Thị Trinh predated the French heroine by more than 1200 years. At 20 years old, Triệu (a.k.a.
- NAKANO TAKEKO. One of the only known onna-bugeisha (female samurais) in Japan's history, Takeko was educated in literary and martial arts before distinguishing herself in the Boshin War, a Japanese civil war that lasted from January 3 1868 to May 18, 1869.
Jan 25, 2013 · Learn about the stories of women who fought in battles, led armies, and inspired legends across different cultures and eras. From ancient queens to modern soldiers, these female warriors defied expectations and challenged stereotypes.
- Drew Lindsay
Apr 3, 2023 · From the Amazonians and Tomyris to Queen Zenobia and The Night Witches, warrior women have played significant roles throughout history and mythology, showcasing their strength, courage, and prowess in combat.
Nov 6, 2022 · Learn about 16 women who fought in battles and wars throughout history, from ancient China to World War II Europe. Discover their stories, achievements, and challenges as female warriors and leaders.
