Washoe County Library System

"Anna Smith Strong was a fearless woman who acted as a spy for George Washington during the Revolutionary War. Recruited by Washington's spymaster, Major Benjamin Tallmadge, she joined the Culper Ring, a group of American spies. General Washington placed a huge amount of trust in his spies, and Anna helped pass him important messages at a great risk to herself and her family. One of her cleverer devices was to hang laundry on the line in a planned...

Details the lives of six women who fought to preserve the Union, and to support abolition and women's rights, by serving as spies during the Civil War.

"Inspired by the life of World War II spy Virginia Hall, this biographical tale highlights her many facets and adventurous spirit"--