Eleanora Atherton
English philanthropist and social reformer
Born
February 14th, 1782
243 years ago
Died
September 12th, 1870
154 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
England
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Born in 1782, a notable philanthropist focused on improving the lives of the poor and advocating for social reform. Involved in various charitable endeavors, she established several institutions aimed at providing education and support to those in need. Committed to women's rights, she worked alongside contemporaries to promote access to education for girls. Her efforts contributed significantly to the development of social welfare programs in England during the early 19th century.
Established educational institutions for the poor
Advocated for women's access to education
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