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Jun 2023
13m 36s

Annie Smith Peck

BEDTIME HISTORY
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Dive into the incredible life of Annie Smyth Peck, a trailblazing mountaineer, suffragist, and scholar, who shattered gender barriers in the early 20th century. We discuss her daring ascents of major peaks, including Peru's Huascarán and Mexico's Popocatépetl, and her tireless advocacy for women's rights. 📖  Full Text @ BedtimeHistoryStories.com📺 YouTube👍 ... Show More
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