Laura Cornelius Kellogg

Native American activist and author

Laura Cornelius Kellogg - Activists & Humanitarians born September 10th, 1880
Born
Died

1947
79 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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