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Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
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Mary Ann Bickerdyke
1817-07-19 – 1901-11-08
Life & Legacy
Mary Ann Bickerdyke (July 19, 1817 – November 8, 1901), also known as Mother Bickerdyke, was a hospital administrator for Union soldiers during the American Civil War and a lifelong advocate for veterans. She was responsible for establishing 300 field hospitals during the war and served as a lawyer assisting veterans and their families with obtaining pensions after the war.
Occupation & Career
physician, nurse
Education
Oberlin College
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
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Honors & Awards
Ohio Women's Hall of Fame
Education & Institutions
Oberlin College
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