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Dorothea Dix
American author and social reformer (1802–1887)
Dorothea Dix was born on April 4, 1802 in Hampden, United States and died on July 17, 1887, aged 85.
Born
April 4, 1802
Dorothea Dix died aged 85.
Died: July 17, 1887
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- Birthplace
- Hampden, United States
- Professions
- neurologist, botanical collector, public figure, writer, social reformer, psychologist
- Citizenship
- United States
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Questions people ask
How old was Dorothea Dix when they died?
Dorothea Dix died aged 85.
When is Dorothea Dix’s birthday?
Dorothea Dix’s recorded birthday is April 4.
Where was Dorothea Dix born?
Dorothea Dix was born in Hampden, United States.
When did Dorothea Dix die?
Dorothea Dix died on July 17, 1887.