a) Anne Catherine Green

Anne Catherine Green was a trailblazer in American journalism, taking over the Maryland Gazette in 1766. Her role as a female publisher in a male-dominated industry was groundbreaking during this era. Under her leadership, the Maryland Gazette continued to be an influential newspaper, providing critical information and commentary during the tumultuous years leading up to the American Revolution. Green’s management of the paper not only demonstrated her journalistic and business acumen but also challenged the gender norms of her time. Her contributions to the press laid the groundwork for future generations of women in media and journalism.