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I believe that  this image conveys the journey of progression against domination for women in order to eliminate the governing power of husband and obedience placed on women and open the truth of inequalities inside one’s household.

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I think that this image is a great choice for representation of women in the 1790s. Judith states, "...female world: how continually are they changing, insomuch that they almost render the wise man's assertion problematical, and we are ready to say, there is something new under the sun..." I think this portrait of Elizabeth shows that she is ready for "something new under the sun."

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I think that this image is a great choice for representation of women in the 1790s. Judith states, "...female world: how continually are they changing, insomuch that they almost render the wise man's assertion problematical, and we are ready to say, there is something new under the sun..." I think this portrait of Elizabeth shows that she is ready for "something new under the sun."

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The title of this portrait is “Rebecca Pritchard Mills (Mrs. William Mills) and Her Daughter Eliza Shrewsbury,” created by James Earl (Artist), and the date goes back to 1794-1796. The portrait shows two white women: a mother who is sewing a white piece of cloth while the daughter is reading a book. The painting seems to be holding contrasting messages in each section of the painting regarding women’s transition in American society. By analyzing the painting, Mrs. William Mills who is the mother holds the traditional role of women in American society in the late 1700s and early 1800s in which women were subjected to be property since the sole purpose of a woman’s existence in that period of time was molded into finding a suitable, have children, and serve her husband. Her role was fixed to be a typical housewife whose duty was to tend the needs of her children, keep the house clean to perfect her image as a “woman” for when the man returned from work. Women in the 1700s were assumed to be fragile, highly sensitive, weak while men are seen stronger physically and mentally stable compared to women who were expected to cook, sew, take care of their pets. In the 18th century, the four defining elements of a woman's role in society depended on social class, race, ethnicity, and location. In general, the idea of motherhood and “a woman’s place is in the home” ruled over education where rich families could afford to send their daughters to schools while middle and lower classes couldn’t; white upper-class women lived pampered and in luxury with servants. The other section of the painting represents her daughter Eliza Shrewsbury, a more evolved picture of women’s evolvement in society, she appears to express the argument of sex equality where she is holding a book freeing herself from the confinement of a common belief shared between Americans in the early 1800s was that women were brought into the world in a masculine-controlled environment initiated by their fathers, stretched out to their brothers, reaching other male family members, and if married this task is passed onto the husband. “The fair Daughters of America” should “never disgrace themselves by giving their hands in marriage to any but real republicans,” where she attempts to self-educate herself in a male-centered society which addresses the issue of sex equality; white woman started out living their lives excluded from social life with limited political rights and the inability to vote; they were restrained most jobs and were limited in their selection which is due to the fact of inconsistent education provided to them, the daughter Eliza is reclaiming her rights as an equal individual fighting the ideal picture of women placed upon her; men were the majority that was educated in that timeframe which questions the argument that education and clothing are human traits unrelated to the type of sex and that women have been regressed to “domestic life” and was demanded to be a culture of women. “Though unmistakably steeped in the gendered assumptions about female sexuality and domesticity that denied women an equal share of the political rights men enjoyed”

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This is a nice photo. Although none of them are smiling, I'm sure they're one big happy family. Mary's family played a big role in her happiness during the westward migration.

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This image was created by Gilbert Stuart titled, "Portrait of Elizabeth Parke Custislaw." It was created In 1796. This picture represents the few women that stood up and spoke their beliefs about wanting to be equal to men. Her crossed arms and smirk displays courageousness within women that desired for change in their society. One woman that wasn't afraid of expressing her feelings on male dominance was Judith Murray. Murray expressed her thoughts through her writings. In her most famous essay, she ridiculed the notion that men were superior to women. "Will it be said that the judgment of a male of two years old, is more sage than that of a female’s of the same age? I believe the reverse is generally observed to be true." Judith was a true pioneer for women's rights.

Johnson, Michael P.. Reading the American Past: Selected Historical Documents, Volume 1: To 1877 (Kindle Locations 4307-4308). Bedford/St. Martin's. Kindle Edition.

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Mary talks a lot about her children and it's obvious how much she dotes over them. I like the image that you picked. A mother with all of her children is the best representation to use.
Good job!

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This image was created by Margaret Stiles Manning in 1770. It shows a young lady reading a book. It represents the desire of women wanting an education, something that was not the norm at this point. Women were seen as inferior to men, therefore, they were forced to be homemakers. I like this image because it shows that some women were determined to learn with or without approval from men. Judith Sargent Murray had this issue when her father sent her brother to Harvard College. In "Reading the American Past" Document 9-4, the author said that Judith "immersed herself into her father's library and educated herself". I see this as girl power.

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I have choose the picture titled, "Mrs. Noah Smith and Her Children". It was created by Ralph Earl in 1798. I believe that this photo shows a woman from the 1790s who had a family. She is holding her youngest child in her arms and her four oldest are standing alongside her. This photo reminded me of part of Document 9-2. In her diary, Mary Dewees stated, "I can assure you I have enjoyed more happiness the few days I have been here than I have experienced these four or five years past. I have my little family together and am in full expectations of seeing better days -" In the photo, I see a mom who is happy to be there with all of her children.

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After watching "The New Nation" part 1 and reading documents 9-2 and 9-4, make TWO posts:

ONE: Choose an image of 1790s women from this website:

pinterest.com/aldenob/1790s-portraits-of-american-women/

Then explain:

o   Who created it and when (if provided)

o   What you believe it shows

o   How it represents the lives of women in the 1790s

o   Be sure to include at least one specific piece of evidence from the documents to support your post
o   Put your name in the title of your post

TWO: Pick which one of your other group member's posts you think was best -make a new post next to it explaining why. Be sure to include one piece of evidence backing up your decision and include your name.

You are by no means limited to JUST these posts. The more we interact in our groups the more we will all take away from the class. The more conversation the better!

All posts must be completed by midnight on Sunday.