Ella Lillian Wall Van Leer
Ella Lillian Wall Van Leer (née Ella Lillian Wall; November 11, 1892 – August 8, 1986) was an American artist and architect, women's rights activist, and the first woman to serve in an office of the American Legion in California. She was known as the "First Lady of Georgia Tech" and remained an advocate for women in engineering throughout her entire life.
Ella Lillian Wall Van Leer | |
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| First Lady of Georgia Tech | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Ella Lillian Wall November 21, 1892 Berkeley, California, US |
| Died | August 8, 1986 (aged 93) Alexandria, Virginia, US |
| Spouse | Blake Ragsdale Van Leer |
| Children | Maryly Van Leer Peck, Samuel Van Leer, Blake Van Leer |
| Alma mater | University of California, Berkeley |
| Occupation | Architect, artist, women's rights activist |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1917–1953 |
| Commands | Army Nurse Corps |
| Battles/wars | World War I World War II |
| Awards | Legion of Merit |
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