What is recorded here
Frances Power Cobbe was born in Newbridge House, County Dublin, in 1822. She became a writer, social reformer and campaigner for women's suffrage and animal protection. Her life moved from a privileged Irish household to international circles where she formed deep friendships and continued challenging the rules of her time.
Why this person is known: Irish writer, philosopher, social reformer, anti-vivisection activist and leading suffragist (1822-1904)
- Birthplace
- Dublin
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Photo: Believed to be Elliott & Fry · Public domain