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The Women in Parks Program and the Legacy of the Rosies
59:49 - 1:05:32 (05:43)
The Women in Parks program was established to address the underserved history of women, including Rosie the Riveter and the role they played in American history. This program features a walkway with photos and quotes from real-life Rosies to educate visitors about their legacy.
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Harriet Tubman was a revered abolitionist and Civil War figure who escaped slavery and returned to free others with the Underground Railroad system.
59:49 - 1:00:41 (00:51)
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Harriet Tubman was a revered abolitionist and Civil War figure who escaped slavery and returned to free others with the Underground Railroad system. She then served as a nurse, scout, and spy for the Union.
ChapterThe Women in Parks Program and the Legacy of the Rosies
Episode8: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Women of Our National Parks
PodcastNational Park After Dark
A North Korean woman who fled her country had to carry a gun with her as a means of protection and coercion.
1:00:41 - 1:02:13 (01:32)
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A North Korean woman who fled her country had to carry a gun with her as a means of protection and coercion.
ChapterThe Women in Parks Program and the Legacy of the Rosies
Episode8: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Women of Our National Parks
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The Rosie the Riveter Historical Site features a walkway with photos and quotes from real-life women who were considered Rosies, as well as a memorial to the 18 million women who joined defense and support industries during World War II.
1:02:13 - 1:03:52 (01:38)
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The Rosie the Riveter Historical Site features a walkway with photos and quotes from real-life women who were considered Rosies, as well as a memorial to the 18 million women who joined defense and support industries during World War II.
ChapterThe Women in Parks Program and the Legacy of the Rosies
Episode8: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Women of Our National Parks
PodcastNational Park After Dark
The National Park Federation is launching its Women in Parks program in response to a survey that indicated a desire for more information on women's history in the parks.
1:03:52 - 1:05:32 (01:40)
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The National Park Federation is launching its Women in Parks program in response to a survey that indicated a desire for more information on women's history in the parks. The program aims to recognize the roles of women in history, from working in mills to contributing to the development of national parks.