

To Train a Republic
In the decades following the American Revolution, female academies emerged as critical institutions dedicated to educating young women. These schools went beyond basic literacy, aiming to cultivate moral virtue, civic responsibility, and refined intellect. This section explores how female academies shaped the ideals of republican womanhood and prepared students to contribute to the new nation’s stability and identity.
To Train a Republic
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Mothering the Republic: Female Academy Curricula and the Moral Foundations of American Identity in the Early Republic
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Created:June 10, 2025Last updated:June 20, 2025
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