secret service

Presents a biography of Elizabeth Van Lew, a Union spy during the Civil War, providing soldiers with money, food, and books, and includes information on her childhood, her passion to fight slavery, and her achievements.

Describes the lives and wartime exploits of six women who were spies during the Civil War. Includes Sarah Emma Edmonds, Belle Boyd, Pauline Cushman, Rose O'Neal Greenhow, Elizabeth Van Lew, and Belle Edmondson.

Biographies of men and women who, for patriotic or mercenary reasons, engaged in espionage for the Confederacy.

An exploration of the history of spying during the Civil War that provides information on significant individuals and intelligence gathering techniques; and includes fact boxes, photographs, a glossary, and suggestions for further reading.

Examines the early life and education of American patriot Nathan Hale, discusses his teaching career, and looks at his heroic actions during the Revolutionary War.

Recounts the life of Revolutionary War hero Nathan Hale, whose decision to become a spy for General George Washington cost him his life.

Presents a biography of the school teacher turned Revolutionary War soldier who served as an American spy and was captured and eventually executed by the British army.

Recounts the story of the Canadian woman who disguised herself as a man and slipped behind Confederate lines to spy for the Union army.

Describes the covert actions which occurred on both sides during the Civil War.

Describes the activities of famous spies of the Civil War.