About Kathleen Warnes

Kathleen Warnes holds a Ph.D. History, an MA-History, and a BA in Communications. She has taught history at the college level and enjoys sharing her knowledge of historical figures with her students and readers.

Frances Watkins Harper Fights the Civil War and for Civil Rights

September 26, 2013 by Kathleen Warnes Leave a Comment

Civil rights advocate and suffragist Frances Harper’s influence waned after her death, but society is coming to recognize the power of her words once more.

Frances Ellen Watkins: Teacher, Writer and Underground Railroad Conductor

September 16, 2013 by Kathleen Warnes Leave a Comment

Frances Harper: She wasn’t only a teacher, talented speaker and writer – she also fought for women’s rights, and was an Underground Railroad conductor.

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Frances Ellen Watkins Harper: Fighter Against Racism, Classism, and Sexism

September 11, 2013 by Kathleen Warnes 1 Comment

Frances Ellen Watkins Harper was an American feminist and poet – as well as an extremely influential Underground Railroad agent during the Civil War times.