Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley

Definitions of Mary Ludwig Hays McCauley
  1. noun
    heroine of the American Revolution who carried water to soldiers during the Battle of Monmouth Court House and took over her husband's gun when he was overcome by heat (1754-1832)
    synonyms: Mary McCauley, McCauley, Molly Pitcher
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    heroine
    a woman possessing heroic qualities or a woman who has performed heroic deeds
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