Women of Early American History We find many stories that tell of the contributions made by men throughout American history; however, we find comparatively few accounts of women's influence and patriotism for their country. This does not mean that women did not contribute to the creation and construction of a new government. There are some stories of women who, by expressing their opinions or through their actions, have made a difference. Abigail Adams spoke to her husband about her concerns for America and the future status of women in the new government, Emily Geiger performed a heroic act for her country, and Maria Stewart expressed her feelings about freedom for blacks. All three women performed service for their new country in their own ways. In the early days of America, as men met to create a new government, a series of letters were exchanged between Abigail Adams and her husband John Adams. In these letters the two spoke of things of the heart: home and family, Britain and America, and the future of women in this new world. Abigail told of an incident where 100 women gathered outside the local shop. They were angry at the exorbitant wartime prices and demanded the keys to the store so they could get food for their families. When the keys were not handed over, the women grabbed the shop owner by the neck and threw him into the back of a wagon. Abigail reported, “A great procession of men stood gaping, silent, spectators of the whole transaction” (America's Women 80). Her somewhat lighthearted account of the incident not only spoke to what had happened, but also let her husband know that women would not stand by and allow injustices to occur. There was no doubt about Abigail's allegiance to her new country. In November... middle of the paper... women. CIA Director John Brennan said this about women in the CIA: "I'm very surprised at how discerning and discerning women can be about the way a man behaves." The interview goes on to point out that it was a woman who found Osama bin Laden (Ann Curry, NBC). Yes, women's contribution to our country has come a long way. From Abigail Adams' letters encouraging her husband to remember women and their freedoms. To Emily Gieger helping America win a battle against the British. To the unappreciated speeches of Maria Stewart trying to motivate black Americans to defend their rights. To the women who actively participate in the events of this nation today. I have no doubt that as the story is told, we will see and hear about the courageous women who cared not only for their homes but also for the country in which they lived...