Elizabeth Garrett Anderson
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Elizabeth Garrett Anderson
ELIZABETH GARRETT ANDERSON (1836 - 1917), physician, womens rights supporter & the first woman to be elected mayor. She was the sister of Millicent Fawcett
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This photograph captures Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (1836-1917), a pioneering figure in British history, as she engages in a quiet moment of reflection. Dressed in the formal attire of a late-19th century physician, Anderson's intense gaze and determined expression convey her unwavering commitment to breaking barriers and expanding opportunities for women. Born into a prominent Quaker family, Anderson defied societal norms by pursuing a medical education, becoming the first woman to earn a medical degree in the United Kingdom in 1865. Her passion for medicine and women's rights led her to establish the New Hospital for Women in London, which provided training for female doctors and nurses. Anderson's groundbreaking achievements extended beyond the medical field. In 1872, she became the first woman in the UK to be registered as a doctor and the first woman to open her own medical practice. In 1879, she made history once again by becoming the first woman to be elected as a local government councilor. Her trailblazing political career culminated in 1908, when she was appointed as the first female mayor of Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Sister of the renowned suffragist Millicent Fawcett, Anderson's dedication to women's rights was a lifelong pursuit. In this photograph, she is seen holding a book, likely related to her work in medicine or women's suffrage. This powerful image serves as a testament to Anderson's unwavering determination and her significant contributions to the fields of medicine and women's rights in the UK.
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