Old Yankee Helen Davis: The Pioneer Woman Who Blazed a Trail

OLD YANKEE

by Helen W. Davis

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1008 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	116 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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Helen Davis was a true pioneer woman. Born in Maine in 1829, she married her childhood sweetheart, John Davis, and the couple set out for the American West in 1852. They traveled by wagon train to the Wyoming Territory, where they homesteaded on a piece of land near the town of Cheyenne.

Life on the frontier was hard, but Helen Davis was no ordinary woman. She was a skilled cook, seamstress, and nurse. She also had a strong will and a determination to succeed. She and her husband raised a family of six children, and she helped to establish the community of Cheyenne.

Helen Davis was also a vocal advocate for women's rights. She was a member of the Wyoming Territorial Suffrage Association, and she worked tirelessly to secure the vote for women. In 1869, Wyoming became the first territory to grant women the right to vote.

Helen Davis died in 1916, but her legacy lives on. She was a true pioneer woman who helped to shape the American West. Her story is an inspiration to all who dare to dream big.

The Extraordinary Life of Helen Davis

• Born in Maine in 1829
• Married John Davis in 1852
• Traveled by wagon train to the Wyoming Territory in 1852
• Homesteaded on a piece of land near Cheyenne
• Raised a family of six children
• Was a skilled cook, seamstress, and nurse
• Was a strong advocate for women's rights
• Worked to secure the vote for women
• Wyoming became the first territory to grant women the right to vote in 1869
• Died in 1916

Legacy of Helen Davis

Helen Davis was a true pioneer woman who helped to shape the American West. Her story is an inspiration to all who dare to dream big. She was a strong and independent woman who was not afraid to stand up for what she believed in. She was a role model for her family and community, and her legacy continues to inspire people today.

Helen Davis is a reminder that anything is possible if you have the courage to follow your dreams. She is a symbol of the strength and determination of the American people. Her story is a testament to the power of one person to make a difference.

Book Review: Old Yankee Helen Davis

Old Yankee Helen Davis is a fascinating and well-written biography of a remarkable woman. Author Mary Hurlbut has done a wonderful job of bringing Helen Davis's story to life. The book is full of interesting details about Helen's life, from her childhood in Maine to her years as a pioneer woman on the Wyoming frontier. Hurlbut also provides a lot of insights into the history of the American West and the role that women played in settling it.

Old Yankee Helen Davis is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, women's history, or the history of the American West. It is a truly inspiring story of a woman who overcame adversity to achieve her dreams.

Further Reading

• The Helen Davis website
• The Helen Davis historic site

OLD YANKEE

by Helen W. Davis

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1008 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	116 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE