Mary McLeod Bethune
American educator and life rights leader
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About Mary McLeod Bethune
About Her
Mary McLeod Bethune was an American educator and life rights leader. She was also appointed as a national adviser to the President of the United States Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Her Highlights
In 1973, she was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame.
Her Legacy
She is known for starting a private school for African-American students in Daytona Beach. She developed the academic school as a college, which later continued to develop as Bethune-Cookman University. She was known as "The First Lady of The Struggle” because of her commitment to give the African-Americans a better life.
Her Personal Life
She was married once and she had 1 son.
Fun Facts
Her students often referred to her as "Mama Bethune".
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F.A.Q. about Mary McLeod Bethune
When is her birthday?
Mary McLeod Bethune's birthday is on July 10, 1875.
In how many days is her birthday?
Mary's birthday is in 224 days
How old was Mary when she died?
She was 79 years old.
When did she die?
She died in May 18, 1955.
How old would she be today?
Mary McLeod Bethune would be 148 years old if she was alive today.
Where was Mary from?
She was born in Mayesville, South Carolina, U.S..