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Muriel Powell

1889 – 1972

English nurse and benefactor

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About Muriel Powell

Lived 1889 – 1972 (aged 82–83). Muriel Powell was a nurse.

Muriel Powell (1889–1972), often referred to as Matron Powell, was the successor to Dame Grace Kimmins in the Chailey Heritage School and was the founder of Searchlight which continued the work of the Chailey Heritage School for students from age 15 into adulthood.

From 1924 until her resignation in 1933, Powell was Matron of the Chailey Heritage Marine Hospital, at Tide Mills, East Sussex.

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Important facts

Born
1889
Birth century
Died
1972
Occupation
Awards
Member of the Order of the British Empire

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Muriel Powell?

English nurse and benefactor

When was Muriel Powell born?

Muriel Powell was born in 1889.

When did Muriel Powell die?

Muriel Powell died in 1972.

What was Muriel Powell's occupation?

Muriel Powell was a nurse.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Muriel Powell

· Wikidata: Q14954707

· DBpedia: Muriel Powell (charity administrator)

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