Susan B. Anthony

Susan B. Anthony

American social reformer and women's rights activist

πŸ—“οΈFebruary 15, 1820 - March 13, 1906
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πŸ“–Biography

Susan B. Anthony was an American social reformer and women's rights activist who played a pivotal role in the women's suffrage movement. Born into a Quaker family committed to social equality, she collected anti-slavery petitions at the age of 17 and later co-founded the National Woman Suffrage Association.

πŸ†Major Works & Achievements

  • ✦Key role in the passage of the 19th Amendment
  • ✦Co-founded the National Woman Suffrage Association
  • ✦First female citizen to be depicted on U.S. coinage

πŸ’¬Famous Quotes

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Failure is impossible.

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Independence is happiness.

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