Susan B. Anthony: Quick Facts
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Today in History: Susan B. Anthony casts vote for president
• Nov. 5, 2026, 4:30 AM ET (Chicago Tribune)
Facts
| Also Known As | Susan Brownell Anthony |
|---|---|
| Born | February 15, 1820 • Adams • Massachusetts |
| Died | March 13, 1906 (aged 86) • Rochester • New York |
| Awards And Honors | Hall of Fame (1950) |
Did You Know?
- When Anthony's teacher refused to teach her long division, Anthony left public school.
- Anthony rarely smiled in photos, being afraid that she would not be taken seriously if she did so.
- In Anthony's last public speech, she declared, "Failure is impossible."
- Susan B. Anthony approached Congress to ask for an amendment for woman suffrage every year from 1869 until she died in 1906.
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