Gertrude Horton
Gertrude Isabella Morton Horton, born Gertrude Isabella Morton Robertson (26 August 1901 – 19 May 1978) was a British feminist who ran the Townswomen's Guild for over 25 years and then took a leading role in the Fawcett Society. She led a campaign for equal pay for women which led to parliamentary agreement for all public workers by 1955.
Gertrude Isabella Morton Horton | |
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| Born | Gertrude Isabella Morton Robertson 26 August 1901 Chelsea, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
| Died | 19 May 1978 (aged 76) Epsom, England, United Kingdom |
| Nationality | British |
| Education | North London Collegiate School |
| Alma mater | London University |
| Occupation | organiser of national societies |
| Known for | leading the Townswomen's Guild |
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