Upper Class Women in Southern US during the Civil War

Delve into the compelling world of "Upper Class Women in Southern US during the Civil War," a self-paced program designed to illuminate the often-overlooked experiences and influence of elite women in the antebellum South. This course invites educators, history enthusiasts, and lifelong learners to explore the complex roles upper-class women played as the nation fractured and redefined itself. Through inquiry-based modules, participants will examine how these women navigated shifting social, economic, and political landscapes, managed plantations and households in the absence of men, and contributed to the Confederate cause—while also facing profound personal and societal upheaval.