Edith Bolling Galt Wilson

Edith Bolling Galt Wilson was the first lady of the United States from 1915 to 1921 and the second wife of President Woodrow Wilson.

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Birth Name :

Edith Bolling

Profession :

First Lady

Birthday :

October 15, 1872

Star Sign :

Libra

Death Date:

December 28, 1961

Age :

89

Birthplace :

Wytheville, Virginia

Edith Wilson (née Bolling, previously Galt; October 15, 1872 – December 28, 1961) was the First Lady of the United States from 1915 to 1921, as the second wife of President Woodrow Wilson. She married the widowed president in December 1915, during his first term in office. Edith played a significant role in her husband’s presidency, assuming many of his duties after he suffered a stroke. As a result, she became known as the “acting president,” making decisions on his behalf and controlling access to him.

In addition to her involvement in her husband’s presidency, Edith was active in various charitable causes and became the first First Lady to fly in an airplane. She also contributed to the passage of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote. Furthermore, Edith participated in the founding of the Women’s National Democratic Club and the National Council of Women.