Women in warfare and the military in the 19th century explained

The following is a list of women in war and their exploits from about 1800 up to about 1899.

For women in warfare in the United States at this time, please see Timeline of women in war in the United States, pre-1945.

Only women active in direct warfare, such as warriors, spies, and women who actively led armies are included in this list.

1800s

1810s

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