11oz Black Mug (MARRY FLEIDS-STAGECOACH MARY)

Mary Fields, also known as “Stagecoach Mary,” was a remarkable figure in American history. Here are some key highlights of her life and achievements:

1. Early Life: Born into slavery around 1832 in Hickman County, Tennessee, Fields was emancipated after the Civil War.
2. Work at the Ursuline Convent: In the late 1870s, she worked as a housekeeper at the Ursuline Convent in Toledo, Ohio, where she formed a close bond with Mother Amadeus.
3. Move to Montana: Around 1885, she moved to Montana to help Mother Amadeus at St. Peter’s Mission. Fields took on various roles, including maintenance, gardening, and hauling supplies.
4. Postal Service: In 1895, at the age of 60, Fields became the first African American woman to work as a star route mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service. She earned the nickname “Stagecoach Mary” for her reliability in delivering mail through harsh weather and rough terrain.
5. Later Life: Fields was known for her tough demeanor, quick temper, and generosity.
6. Mary Fields, known for her quick temper and no-nonsense attitude, had several notable incidents that highlighted her fiery personality. One such incident involved a confrontation with a disgruntled employee at the convent where she worked. Fields reportedly got into a physical altercation with the man, which led to her dismissal from the convent
7. She was a beloved figure in Cascade, Montana, where she lived until her death in 1914.