Alice Duer Miller

Alice Duer Miller (July 28, 1874 – August 22, 1942) was an American writer whose poetry actively influenced political opinion. Her feminist verses influenced political opinion during the American suffrage movement, and her verse novel The White Cliffs influenced political thought during the U.S.'s entry into World War II. She also wrote novels and screenplays.

Alice Duer Miller
Miller, circa 1920
BornJuly 28, 1874
Staten Island, New York, U.S.
DiedAugust 22, 1942(1942-08-22) (aged 68)
Burial placeEvergreen Cemetery
Alma materBarnard College
OccupationWriter
SpouseHenry Wise Miller (m. 1899)
Family
  • Caroline King Duer (sister)
  • William Alexander Duer (great-grandfather)
  • William Duer (great-great grandfather)
  • William Alexander, Lord Stirling (great-great-great grandfather)
  • Rufus King (descendant)
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