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Celia M. Burleigh
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Celia M. Burleigh (September 18, 1826 – July 25, 1875) (also Celia Burleigh, Celia C. Burleigh, Celia M. Tibbitts, Celia M. Kellum, Celia M. Burr, and Celia C. Burr Burleigh) was an American minister, writer, public speaker, and women's rights activist. She was involved with the woman's club movement and held various positions in women's rights clubs.
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Celia M. Burleigh | |
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![]() Celia Burleigh, circa 1875 | |
Born | (1826-09-18)September 18, 1826 |
Died | July 25, 1875(1875-07-25) (aged 48) |
Known for | First woman pastor ordained into the Unitarian ministry |
Spouse(s) | C. B. Kellum Charles Chauncey Burr William Henry Burleigh |
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