Mary Todd Lincoln and Varina Howell Davis: Civil War and Its Aftermath
For both Mary Todd Lincoln, wife of Abraham Lincoln, and Varina Howell Davis, wife of Jefferson Davis, the Civil War (1861-1865) and its aftermath had a major impact. This lecture discusses how these two Civil War wives coped with, confronted, and—at crucial times—overcame personal and political challenges.
Sharon Alter taught History and Political Science for more than 30 years and is currently Professor Emeritus of History & Political Science at William Rainey Harper College. She holds an MA in History and is active in promoting the history of women and women in politics in the United States. She has won numerous awards for her teaching and research interests.
