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Book Synopsis Amazons of Black Sparta, 2nd Edition by : Stanley B. Alpern
Download or read book Amazons of Black Sparta, 2nd Edition written by Stanley B. Alpern and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2011-04-11 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The only thoroughly documented Amazons in world history are the women warriors of Dahomey, an eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Western African kingdom. Once dubbed a 'small black Sparta,' residents of Dahomey shared with the Spartans an intense militarism and sense of collectivism. Updated with a new preface by the author, Amazons of Black Sparta is the product of meticulous archival research and Alpern's gift for narrative. It will stand as the most comprehensive and accessible account of the woman warriors of Dahomey.
Book Synopsis Amazons of Black Sparta by : Stanley Bernard Alpern
Download or read book Amazons of Black Sparta written by Stanley Bernard Alpern and published by Hurst & Company. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History is rife with tales of fighting women. More often than not, these stories prove more legend than history. Dating back to the Amazons of ancient Asia Minor, myths of fierce, autonomous women of martial excellence abound. And yet, the only thoroughly documented Amazons in world history are the women warriors of Dahomey, an eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Western African kingdom. Once dubbed a "small black Sparta," residents of Dahomey shared with the Spartans an intense militarism and sense of collectivism. Moreover, the women of both kingdoms prided themselves on bodies hardened from childhood by rigorous physical exercise. But Spartan women kept in shape to breed male warriors, Dahomean Amazons to kill them. Originally palace guards, the Amazons had evolved by the 1760s into professional troops armed mainly with muskets, machetes and clubs. Theoretically wives of the king and quartered in his palaces, they were sworn to celibacy on pain of death. In compensation they enjoyed a semi-sacred status and numerous privileges, including the right to own slaves. By the 1840s their numbers had grown to 6,000. The Amazons served under female officers and had their own bands, flags and insignia: they outdrilled, outshot and outfought men, became frontline troops and fought tenaciously and with great valour till the kingdom's defeat by France in 1892. The product of meticulous archival research, Amazons of Black Sparta is defined by Alpern's gift for narrative and will stand as the most comprehensive and accessible account of the woman warriors of Dahomey.
Download or read book Warrior Women written by Robert Edgerton and published by Westview Press. This book was released on 2000-06-22 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When looking for historical examples of women who have fought as soldiers, one can refer--with disappointment--to the words of John Keegan, one of the world's most well-known military historians: "Women look to men to protect them from danger, and bitterly reproach them when they fail as defenders...Women do not fight."In this book, anthropologist and historian Robert Edgerton disagrees, taking as his centerpiece the women warriors of Dahomey, a West African kingdom that reached its heyday during the height of the African slave trade. In this land (now the Republic of Benin), women eventually became the elite force of the kingdom's standing army, the prime fighting force faced by the French when they defeated and colonized the region in the 1890s. This book is both a narrative history of these women and their role in Dahomian society as well as a more far-ranging refutation of the argument that warfare has always been a club "for men only."
Book Synopsis Amazons of Black Sparta by : Stanley B. Alpern
Download or read book Amazons of Black Sparta written by Stanley B. Alpern and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 1998-12-01 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: History is rife with tales of fighting women. More often than not, these stories prove more legend than history. Dating back to the amazons of ancient Asia Minor, myths of fierce, autonomous women of martial excellence abound. And yet, the only thoroughly documented amazons in world history are the women warriors of Dahomy, an eighteenth- and nineteenth-century Western African kingdom. Once dubbed a "small black Sparta," residents of Dahomy shared with the Spartans an intense militarism and sense of collectivism. Moreover, the women of both kingdoms prided themselves on bodies hardened from childhood by rigorous physical exercise. But Spartan women kept in shape to breed male warriors, Dahomean amazons to kill them. Originally a praetorian guard, the Dahomeans developed into a force 6,000 strong and were granted semi-sacred status. They lusted for battle, fighting with fury and valor until the kingdom's final defeat by France in 1892. Stanley B. Alpern has chronicled this remarkable history in depth for the first time. The product of meticulous archival research, Amazons of Black Sparta is defined by Alpern's gift for narrative and will stand as the most comprehensive and accessible account of the woman warriors of Dahomy.
Download or read book Dahomey Amazons written by Adam Cline and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-09-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dahomey Amazons: History of All-female military warriors and African Kingdom of Dahomey Grab this GREAT physical book now at a limited time discounted price! The book, History of All-female military warriors and African Kingdom of Dahomey, has profoundly covered the history of Dahomey, formerly known as the Republic of Benin. In writing this book, in-depth research knowledge and experience were required to fully explore the origin, way of life, and the end of the Kingdom. More importantly, this book also considers the DAHOMEY AMAZONS, the fearless female warriors. They are also known as Mino, meaning 'our mothers'. The historical perspective of the female warriors was well illustrated in simple terms. Dahomey Amazon has become synonymous with feminine strength and bravery in pop culture today. They may be gone but never forgotten. "All you need to know about Dahomey is provided in this amazing book. "All you need to know about Dahomey is provided in this amazing book. Read on!" Here Is A Preview Of What's Included... The History Of The Kingdom Of Dahomey First and second Franco-Dahomey War Dahomey Amazons: meaning, history and the end Dahomean Life The Concept Of Property In Dahomey Marriage Structure In Dahomey Much, Much More! Get your copy today!
Book Synopsis The Women soldiers of Dahomey by : Masioni, Pat
Download or read book The Women soldiers of Dahomey written by Masioni, Pat and published by UNESCO Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-02 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis History's Great Untold Stories by : Joseph Cummins
Download or read book History's Great Untold Stories written by Joseph Cummins and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Looks at thirty key events that had a profound influence on the course of human history, from the assassination of William the Silent whose death may have triggered the 1588 launch of the Spanish Armada, to twelve anti-slavery activists who bucked the establishment to outlaw slavery in Britain.
Book Synopsis We are the Women Warriors of Dahomey by : Creative Art
Download or read book We are the Women Warriors of Dahomey written by Creative Art and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-10-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We are the women warriors of Dahomey is a history of the ancient female warriors of the African kingdom of Dahomey. In-depth study, expertise and knowledge were needed to properly investigate and completely document the beginnings, manner of life, and demise of the Kingdom of Dahomey. significantly, this book also takes into account the DAHOMEY AMAZONS, the fierce female warriors also known as Mino, which is Yoruba for "our moms." It is straightforward to understand the historical perspective of the female fighters. This book contains all the necessary details on the kingdom and the valiant female warriors of Dahomey. Below is a preview of the history: The full story Of The Kingdom Of Dahomey Marriage structure in Dahomey How the Dahomeans lived their life The first war between France and Dahomey The second war between France and Dahomey And many more... Grab your copy today and get the correct and complete knowledge of the history of Dahomey.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Amazons by : Jessica Amanda Salmonson
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Amazons written by Jessica Amanda Salmonson and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An “excellent” A-to-Z reference of female fighters in history, myth, and literature—from goddesses to gladiators to guerrilla warriors (Library Journal). This is an astounding collection of female fighters, from heads of state and goddesses to pirates and gladiators. Each entry is drawn from historical, fictional, or mythical narratives of many eras and lands. With over one thousand entries detailing the lives and influence of these heroic female figures in battle, politics, and daily life, Salmonson provides a unique chronicle of female fortitude, focusing not just on physical strength but on the courage to fight against patriarchal structures and redefine women’s roles during time periods when doing so was nearly impossible. The use of historical information and fictional traditions from Japan, Europe, Asia, and Africa gives this work a cross-cultural perspective that contextualizes the image of these unconventional depictions of might, valor, and greatness.
Download or read book African Amazons written by Ron R Price and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-03-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a story of the Dahomey Agojie female warriors of Africa who battled during the 17th through 19 centuries. The Agojie warriors grew from elephant hunters to royal guards and fierce fighters in the jungles of West Africa. Their prowess was so well respected that Western Europeans called them Amazons, alluding to the female warriors of Greek mythology. This book follows their story from humble beginnings to defenders of the African Kingdom of Dahomey. The reader will find a real-life example of what women are truly capable of when given a chance. Their courage, leadership and sense of duty should inspire girls and women of all ages and all races.
Book Synopsis A Mission to Gelele by : Richard Francis Burton
Download or read book A Mission to Gelele written by Richard Francis Burton and published by Jazzybee Verlag. This book was released on 2022-07-22 with total page 479 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A Mission to Gelele", the former King of Dahomey, which has taken place in the 1860s, describes with minuteness the rituals of Dahomeyan "customs," of which, before Captain Burton's visit, tales had been spread mixed with wild exaggerations. Written in Burton's lively style, it shows his powers of observation and description, as well as his cynical disposition and sometimes indelicacy of expression. The ethnology and philology of the country are carefully treated, and there is an important chapter on the Amazons, an all-female military regiment of the Kingdom, which describes the ferocity of these women and makes an excellent companion to the upcoming movie "The Woman King." Captain Burton clearly foretold the gradual but sure deterioration of Dahomey, consequent on the "custom" of periodical slaughter and of an Amazonian soldiery, which by limiting reproduction caused both weakness in the country and degeneracy in its inhabitants. The continuance of these causes has led to the easy breaking up of the Kingdom by the French. This edition comes with more than 600 footnotes for an even better understanding of the text.
Book Synopsis The 'Amazons' of Dahomey by : Robin Law
Download or read book The 'Amazons' of Dahomey written by Robin Law and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Kings, Queens and Amazons of Dahomey by : Dallys-Tom Medali
Download or read book Kings, Queens and Amazons of Dahomey written by Dallys-Tom Medali and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-18 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This specific volume (Tome 1 of book 10 of the series of 12 books) covers the history of the Kings, Queens and Amazons (Women Warriors) of Danxomè (Dahomey), a major African kingdom in what is currently the country of Benin, formerly known as Dahomey on the western coast of Africa. This volume was translated from the French original by the Author himself. It is based on African Local Oral History and Accounts by both Western Visitors and African Historians.
Book Synopsis Kingdom of Dahomey by : Hourly History
Download or read book Kingdom of Dahomey written by Hourly History and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2022-09-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the remarkable history of the Kingdom of Dahomey... Imagine a fervently militaristic state with a feared professional army that included some of the only all-female military units ever seen. Imagine that same state with its own unique and sophisticated culture, religion, language, art, and society. Such a state did exist-not in the ancient past but as recently as the beginning of the twentieth century. The Kingdom of Dahomey was established in the seventeenth century and quickly rose to become one of the most powerful forces in West Africa. The society of this nation was based on conquest and the use of captives as slaves and human sacrifices. When the international slave trade expanded, Dahomey became one of the most significant slave trading centers in the world. This is the story of a unique kingdom that for more than two hundred years was one of the most influential in Africa. This is the story of the Kingdom of Dahomey. Discover a plethora of topics such as Expansion and Conquest Black Sparta: The Army of Dahomey Amazons: The Women Warriors of Dahomey Rivals: Dahomey Conquers Oyo Dahomey and the Slave Trade The Fall of Dahomey And much more! So if you want a concise and informative book on the Kingdom of Dahomey, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!
Book Synopsis Teaching Women's History by : Kelsie Brook Eckert
Download or read book Teaching Women's History written by Kelsie Brook Eckert and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-07-04 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teaching Women’s History: Breaking Barriers and Undoing Male Centrism in K-12 Social Studies challenges and guides K-12 history teachers to incorporate comprehensive and diverse women’s history into every region and era of their history curriculum. Providing a wealth of practical examples, ideas, and lesson plans – all backed by scholarly research – for secondary and middle school classes, this book demonstrates how teachers can weave women’s history into their curriculum today. It breaks down how history is taught currently, how teachers are prepared, and what expectations are set in state standards and textbooks and then shows how teachers can use pedagogical approaches to better incorporate women’s voices into each of these realms. Each chapter explores a major barrier to teaching an inclusive history and how to overcome it, and every chapter ends with an inquiry-based lesson plan on women or using women's sources which stands counter to the way curriculum is traditionally taught, a case in point that tasks readers to realize how women have been integral to every period of history. With expert guidance from an award-winning social studies teacher, this guidebook will be important reading for middle and high school history educators. It will also be beneficial to preservice teachers, particularly within Social Studies Education and Gender Studies. Additional resources for educators are available to view at www.remedialherstory.com.
Book Synopsis The Encyclopedia of Amazons by : Jessica Amanda Salmonson
Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Amazons written by Jessica Amanda Salmonson and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2015-04-07 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An “excellent” A-to-Z reference of female fighters in history, myth, and literature—from goddesses to gladiators to guerrilla warriors (Library Journal). This is an astounding collection of female fighters, from heads of state and goddesses to pirates and gladiators. Each entry is drawn from historical, fictional, or mythical narratives of many eras and lands. With over one thousand entries detailing the lives and influence of these heroic female figures in battle, politics, and daily life, Salmonson provides a unique chronicle of female fortitude, focusing not just on physical strength but on the courage to fight against patriarchal structures and redefine women’s roles during time periods when doing so was nearly impossible. The use of historical information and fictional traditions from Japan, Europe, Asia, and Africa gives this work a cross-cultural perspective that contextualizes the image of these unconventional depictions of might, valor, and greatness.
Book Synopsis A Mission to Gelele, King of Dahome by : Sir Richard Francis Burton
Download or read book A Mission to Gelele, King of Dahome written by Sir Richard Francis Burton and published by . This book was released on 1864 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
