During this time it was crucial to have people join the army and help the war effort and was strongly encouraged by Abraham Lincoln. But during this time it was common belief that women should stay at home to cook, clean, and care for children. As early as then women detested this belief and disagreed that this was the women’s duty. Little did many know till after the war many women actually disguised themselves as men to join the fight for their country. I believe Seymour Reit did a great job describing Emma’s story and furthermore the qualities that made her stand out. This book revealed Emma’s beliefs, her pride in her country, and immense bravery. In Behind Rebel Lines Seymour Reit used his craft to tell the complex yet compelling story
