About Emma Gilson Wallace
Lived 1841 – 1911 (aged 69). Emma Gilson Wallace was a philanthropist.
Emma Gilson Wallace (September 2, 1841 – June 7, 1911) was an American philanthropist and leader of a charitable organization. She served as the 12th National President of the Woman's Relief Corps (WRC).
Early life Emma Rosela Gilson was born in La Moille, Illinois, on September 2, 1841, and died in Chicago, Illinois, on June 7, 1911.
She died on June 7, 1911, and is buried at Rosehill Cemetery, Chicago.
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Who was Emma Gilson Wallace?
American philanthropist (1841–1920)
When was Emma Gilson Wallace born?
Emma Gilson Wallace was born on 2 September 1841 in La Moille.
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Emma Gilson Wallace died on 7 June 1911.
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Emma Gilson Wallace was a philanthropist.
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