Elizabeth Blackwell -
First Woman Physician
“If society will not admit of woman’s free development, then society must be remodeled."
-Elizabeth Blackwell
This was a quote said by Elizabeth Blackwell, probably meaning that society should have equal rights for women just the same as men, and if not, we need to change it to be that way. For example, Blackwell probably meant that there should be women doctors just like there are male doctors and women should get the same education as men.
-Elizabeth Blackwell
This was a quote said by Elizabeth Blackwell, probably meaning that society should have equal rights for women just the same as men, and if not, we need to change it to be that way. For example, Blackwell probably meant that there should be women doctors just like there are male doctors and women should get the same education as men.
Elizabeth Blackwell's Childhood and Family
Elizabeth Blackwell was born in Bristol, England, February 3rd, 1821. Her father thought each of his sons/daughters, (Blackwell had 4 brothers and 4 sisters), should each have a good education, so he hired private tutors for all of them. In 1832, the Blackwell family moved to New York City where they owned a sugar refinery. Later, in 1838, they all moved to Cincinnati, Ohio. Sadly, three weeks later Elizabeth’s father had died. The Blackwell sisters became teachers to support the family.
This is a photograph of Elizabeth Blackwell and her family in a yard outside. The image demonstrates to me what the Blackwell family actually looked like, how they dressed, and their expressions. It really helped me understand the customs of Elizabeth Blackwell, her family, and the people back then.