By the age of 12, Charlotte Parkhurst knew that there were many more opportunities in the world of the 1860s for boys than girls. She cut off her hair, donned boy's clothing, and began a new life that gave her many privileges -- including the right to vote.
By the age of 12, Charlotte Parkhurst knew that there were many more opportunities in the world of the 1860s for boys than girls. She cut off her hair, donned boy's clothing, and began a new life that gave her many privileges -- including the right to vote.
