Annie Smith Peck
American mountaineer and academic
Born
October 19th, 1850
174 years ago
Died
1935
90 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
United States
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A mountaineer and academic achieved significant milestones in the field of exploration and education. Completed ascents of several major peaks, including the first successful ascent of the Matterhorn by a woman in 1895. Contributed to education through a career in higher learning, focusing on the fields of languages and literature. Advocated for women's rights in higher education and participated actively in the suffrage movement.
First woman to successfully ascend the Matterhorn
Promoted women's suffrage and education
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