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As the Revolutionary War unfolded, Nancy Hart swiftly stepped into the fray, showcasing unwavering dedication to the American cause. Her pivotal role emerged as she became a spy for the Patriots, undertaking the crucial task of gathering intelligence on British troop movements.
In honor of Women’s History Month, Jessica Bryant unpacks the legend of Georgia frontierswoman Nancy Hart, a fearless woman and devoted Patriot. Among the legendary figures of the American Revolution, there is another person, a woman, who stands out from the rest: Nancy Hart.
Georgia frontierswoman Nancy Morgan Hart was a legendary hero of the American Revolution who made it her mission to rid the Georgia territory of British Loyalists (Tories). According to various accounts, she captured six, killed one, and oversaw the hanging of five others. She also served as a spy. A good deal of folklore surrounds Hart’s story.
