Ann Manley
Ann Manley (c. 1828 – after 1870) was an American brothel proprietor and street brawler who, with her husband James, operated a brothel in Baltimore, Maryland, in the middle 19th century. She was known for a violent disposition. She is credited with saving most of the band of the 6th Massachusetts Regiment from certain lynching in April 1861, at the outbreak of the American Civil War.
Ann Manley | |
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Born | c. 1828 |
Died | After 1870 |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | brothel proprietor |
Political party | Whig Party (????–1854) American Party (1854–????) |
Opponent | Caroline Konig |
Spouse(s) | James Manley, Sr. |
Children | At least 1 |
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