Laura Cornelius Kellogg
Native American activist and author
Born
September 10th, 1880
145 years ago
Died
1947
78 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Born into the Oneida Nation, authored key works advocating for Native American rights, sovereignty, and education. Helped establish the All-American Indian Day and was instrumental in the formation of the American Indian Federation. Actively participated in various movements promoting the needs and rights of Native peoples throughout the early 20th century.
Authored 'The American Indian' in 1925
Founded the American Indian Federation in 1919
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