The 'Damned Rebel Bitches' in question were four remarkable, unsung Quaker women whose actions reverberated around the 19th century - writes Anna Schwoub.
"History-based fun" was on the agenda, with guest speakers including the eminent historian, James Walvin.
The event, sponsored by the DRBs Scottish Women’s History group, included art and debate. "Heroic women are sparsely commemorated - let's create our response," was the message.
Just how sparsely? Well, it was revealed that there are over 200 statues in Edinburgh alone. Of these, shockingly, just two are of women and two are of dogs.
That's not limited to Edinburgh either, participants observed. And there was naturally talk of the abuse that women have faced on social media after the campaign around lack of women's images on postage stamps, too.
Making women visible is a major issue in addressing gender inequality, gender injustice and gender-based violence in these islands and beyond.
Linking history and present struggles, as well as acknowledging the heroes of the past, is a vital step forward.
Women’s History Scotland exists to promote study and research in women’s and gender history, particularly for those working in Scotland or working on Scottish themes. It has a commitment to history at all levels and aims to provide a network of information and support to all. Browse our website for news of activities and projects concerning women’s and gender history in Scotland.
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