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Teresa Hamilton
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Teresa Felicia Hamilton (née Reynolds;[1] 1 January 1852 – 21 May 1932)[2] was a British activist and social reformer.[2] While living in Tasmania, she founded The Hamilton Literary Society (originally known as the Nil Desperandum Society),[3][4] the oldest continuing literary society in Australia.[5] She also founded the Nursing Band (later the District Nursing Association).[6]
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Lady Teresa Hamilton | |
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Born | (1852-01-01)1 January 1852 |
Died | 21 May 1932(1932-05-21) (aged 80) |
Known for | Founding The Hamilton Literary Society |
Spouse | Robert Hamilton (married 1877) |
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