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She was a Nurse and spy in The Union Army, as the title of her books says. sHe ran away from her dad in Canada and became a army nurse, as Franklin Thompson, then filled in for a spy going Behind Rebel Lines, finding information. Her secret WA let out when she became ill and the doctor had to check on her.

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Who did Emma Edmond's get married to?

Emma Edmonds, known for her service as a soldier disguised as a man during the American Civil War, married a man named Linus Seely in 1867. Their marriage took place after Edmonds' notable military service, and the couple eventually settled in Texas. Edmonds later became known for her work as a writer and lecturer, sharing her experiences and adventures.


What did Emma Edmonds accomplish?

Edmonds, Sara Emma Evelyn (1841-98) soldier, nurse, and spy for the Union army, born in New Brunswick, Canada. Edmonds joined the army under the name of Franklin Thompson, successfully hiding her true sex from most of her comrades. Edmonds/Thompson participated in the battle of First Bull Run (1861) and the Peninsular Campaign (1862). She made several information-gathering trips behind Confederate lines, posing variously as a slave woman, a young Confederate boy, and an Irish peddler woman. Edmonds deserted in 1863 (but eventually had Thompson's name cleared) and lived again as a woman. In the last year of the war, she nursed the wounded at Harpers Ferry. Emma Edmonds Seeyle (her married name) is the only woman ever acknowledged as a member of the Grand Army of the Republic. She also received a pension for her war service.


Did Emma edmonds have kids?

Yes, she had 3 children but they all died young. later, she and her husband adopted 2 more kids and one joined the army.


What is the birth name of Stan Edmonds?

Stan Edmonds's birth name is Edmonds, Stanley Roy.


What is Kenneth Edmonds brother's name?

Kevon Edmonds