Conference Coordinator: Catherine Clinton Mark Clark Visiting Chair of History at the Citadel, 2001-2002

Proposals sought for presentations on the topic of American women and the military from 1776 to the present. This two-day conference will feature panels on both women's participation in activities from the American Revolution to the Gulf War directly relating to military conflict (non-homefront activities) and on women's integration into the United States military during the last quarter of the 20th century. Conference organizers are particularly interested in topics relating to World War I, and on broadening the focus during the modern period to include all branches of the armed services.

Please send proposals of no more than 1,000 words clearly outlining arguments and sources for your presentation, and a resume of no more than two pages. Single papers or papers coordinated for joint presentation are welcomed, but panels will be assembled at the discretion of the conference organizers. Publication of a selection of revised essays from the conference is anticipated. It is also anticipated that expense money will be available to defray costs for invited participants, pending funding.

Proposals are due by MAY 1ST, 2001. Please send three copies of your proposal and resume to Catherine Clinton at the address below.

Invitations for participation in the conference will be issued by June 15, 2001. Guidelines will be provided for all invited participants. Completed essays must be submitted (both hard copy and on disk) by January 15, 2002. For questions concerning the conference, please contact Catherine Clinton at the address above or by e-mail at redhead2@mail.idt.net.