Anna Jarvis

Founder of Mother's Day in America

Anna Jarvis - Activists & Humanitarians born May 1st, 1864
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Founded Mother's Day as a holiday to honor mothers and their contributions. The first official celebration took place in 1908 in Grafton, West Virginia. Advocated for the recognition of the day on a national level. This effort led to Mother's Day being officially recognized in the United States in 1914. Later expressed concerns about the commercialization of the holiday and its deviation from its original intent.

Founded Mother's Day in the United States

Organized the first Mother's Day celebration in 1908

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