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Julia Ward Howe: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Julia Ward Howe? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Julia Ward Howe ( HOW; May 27, 1819 – October 17, 1910) was an American author and poet, known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as new lyrics to the song "John Brown's Body," and the original 1870 pacifist Mothers' Day Proclamation. She was also an advocate for abolitionism and a social activist, particularly for women's suffrage.

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  • Full name: Julia Ward Howe
  • Born: 1819-05-27
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q241299

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Who is Julia Ward Howe?

Julia Ward Howe ( HOW; May 27, 1819 – October 17, 1910) was an American author and poet, known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as new lyrics to the song "John Brown's Body," and the original 1870 pacifist Mothers' Day Proclamation.

What nationality is Julia Ward Howe?

Julia Ward Howe is United States.

When was Julia Ward Howe born?

Julia Ward Howe was born on 1819-05-27.

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