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About Jeannette Rankin
Jeannette Rankin, originally called Jeannette Pickering Rankin, was one of America's most brilliant female politicians and women's rights advocates in history. Rankin is famously remembered for being the first female to become a member of the US Congress.
Background & Education
She was of Scottish and Canadian descent and was born in Missoula County, Montana, USA. She completed high school education in 1898 and in 1902, she graduated from the University of Montana with a BSc degree in biology. She later enrolled at the "New York School of Philanthropy."
Major Career Highlights
In 1914, she was appointed as the legislative secretary of the famous "National American Woman Suffrage Association.
In 1916 and 1940, she won the elections to become a member of the "US House of Representatives." While in office, she introduced a bill that became the "19th Constitutional Amendment," which grants women unrestricted rights to vote. She was part of the 50 House members who were in opposition to America's "declaration of war on Germany in 1917." In 1941, she was the only Congress member who voted against the USA's "declaration of war on Japan" after Pearl Harbor was attacked.
Death
She died in Carmel, California on May 18, 1973, at age 92.
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F.A.Q. about Jeannette Rankin
When is her birthday?
Jeannette Rankin's birthday is on June 11, 1880.
In how many days is her birthday?
Jeannette's birthday is in 14 days
How old was Jeannette when she died?
She was 92 years old.
When did she die?
She died in May 18, 1973.
How old would she be today?
Jeannette Rankin would be 141 years old if she was alive today.
Where was Jeannette from?
She was born in Missoula, Montana, U.S..
Jeannette Rankin's Popularity
Jeannette Rankin was a famous American congresswoman for Montana, who was born on June 11, 1880. As a person born on this date, Jeannette Rankin is listed in our database as the 52nd most popular celebrity for the day (June 11) and the 13th most popular for the year (1880).
People born on June 11 fall under the Zodiac sign of Gemini, the Twins. Jeannette Rankin is the 1920th most popular Gemini.
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