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Amelia Bloomer

Women's rights activist

Died when: 76 years 217 days (919 months)
Star Sign: Gemini

 

Amelia Bloomer

Amelia Jenks Bloomer (May 27, 1818 – December 30, 1894) was an American newspaper editor, women's rights and temperance advocate.Even though she did not create the women's clothing reform style known as bloomers, her name became associated with it because of her early and strong advocacy.

In her work with The Lily, she became the first woman to own, operate and edit a newspaper for women.


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