Hattie M. Strong

Hattie Marie Strong (1864–1950) was a philanthropist who funded the building of hospitals, educational institutions, and social service agencies throughout Africa, Asia, Europe, and the United States. She was awarded the French Legion of Honor after establishing in 1927 a retreat near Paris for soldiers wounded during World War I.

Hattie Marie Corrin Strong
Born
Hattie Marie Corrin

(1864-10-24)October 24, 1864
South Coventry, Connecticut
DiedJune 6, 1950(1950-06-06) (aged 85)
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
OccupationPhilanthropist
Years active1908-1950
Spouses
Lester B. Lockwood
(m. 1888; div. 1897)
    (m. 1905; died 1919)
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