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Mary Adams

1823-11-10 – 1898-11-05

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Image of Mary Electa Adams. Although the date this image was taken is unknown, it is in the public domain in Canada because the subject died before January 1, 1949, meaning that the image could not have been taken past this date (and therefore still be in copyright).Credit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Mary Electa Adams (November 10, 1823 – November 5, 1898) was a Canadian women's education reformer. Adams was an advocate for higher standards in women's education and helped shape models for female academic instruction in Canada. In 2004, the Canadian government designated her a Person of National Historic Significance.

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educator

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Person of National Historic Significance

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  1. Wikidata population candidate Q6778783 — wikidata View source

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