Antoinette Brown Blackwell

First female Protestant minister in U.S.

Antoinette Brown Blackwell - First female Protestant minister in U.S.
Born

May 20th, 1825
199 years ago

Died

1921
104 years ago — 96 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

United States

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Ordained as a minister in 1853, the first woman to achieve this in a mainstream Protestant denomination. Advocated for women's suffrage and the abolition of slavery. Served as a lecturer and author, significantly contributing to discussions on women's rights and social reform. Involved with various organizations promoting equality and education for women.

Ordained as the first female Protestant minister

Advocated for women's suffrage

Contributed to women's rights discussions

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