Vivandieres - This program tells the stories of women who served as Vivandieres with the armies.  Many people are surprised to learn that a number of women actually shared the dangers of the battlefield in order to aid the men in their regiments.  Two of these women received medals for “bravery under fire.”  

Jane Peters Estes

Jane is a beloved figure in historical circles and has researched and written about many topics in her areas of interest, including: Christmas Past (Holiday Customs of the Victorian Era); Civil War Nurses; Fashions of the 1860’s; Grave Matters (Victorian Mourning Customs); Wedding Customs and Traditions; Vivandieres; Pets of the Past; The Battle of Gettysburg: Where Were the Women?; Lest We Forget: The Origin & Traditions of Memorial Day; and many others.

For her outstanding efforts, she has been given awards by a number of institutions and organizations, including the Samuel P. Town, ‘Grand Army Award’ by the GAR Museum & Library, the Union League, American Legion Post 405; etc.