Annie Armstrong

American missionary and church leader

Annie Armstrong - American missionary and church leader
Born

July 11th, 1850
174 years ago

Died

December 20th, 1938
86 years ago — 88 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to Baptist missions in the United States. Founded the Women's Missionary Union in 1888, serving to mobilize women for missions and promote missionary work. Worked extensively to promote the cause of foreign missionaries and engaged in fundraising efforts. Advocated for church planting and mission support, emphasizing the importance of women's involvement in missions. Fostered partnerships among Baptist institutions to enhance mission outreach.

Founded the Women's Missionary Union

Promoted missionary work across the United States

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