Subject: Women pacifists -- United States -- History -- Sources / Creator: Jordan, David Starr, 1851-1931 and Hoover, Herbert, 1874-1964 - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Start Over Subject Women pacifists -- United States -- History -- Sources Creator Jordan, David Starr, 1851-1931 Creator Hoover, Herbert, 1874-1964

Extent:: 130 linear ft.
Abstract:: A world-famous social reformer; co-founded the first settlement house in America in 1889; championed many causes on behalf of the urban poor, such as protection of immigrants, child labor laws, industrial safety, juvenile courts, and recognition of labor unions; a leading figure in the movement for international peace; awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1931.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

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