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Ida B. Wells

Ida B. Wells (1862–1931) was an American journalist, sociologist and suffragist.

Also recorded as Ida B. Wells-Barnett; Ida Wells-Barnett; Ida Bell Wells; Ida Bell Wells-Barnett; Ida Wells.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Ida Bell Wells.

Also worked under the name Lola.

Born at Holly Springs in 1862, died at Chicago in 1931.

In detail

Ida B. Wells studied at Fisk University, Rust College and LeMoyne–Owen College. the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is sociology. The authority associates the name with Harlem Renaissance.

Membership is recorded of NAACP, National Association of Colored Women's Clubs and National Afro-American Council.

Distinctions recorded are National Women's Hall of Fame, Chicago Women's Hall of Fame, National Association of Black Journalists Hall of Fame and Pulitzer Prize Special Citations and Awards.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Ida B. Wells”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q289428: Ida B. Wells

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