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Helen Adams Keller (June 27, 1880 – June 1, 1968) was an American author, disability rights advocate, political activist and lecturer. Born in West Tuscumbia, Alabama, she lost her sight and her hearing after a bout of illness when she was 19 months old.
6 days ago · Helen Keller, a remarkable author and educator who overcame deafness and blindness, inspired the world with her resilience, advocacy for disability rights, and groundbreaking achievements.
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Apr 14, 2010 · Learn about Helen Keller, the author, lecturer, and crusader for the handicapped who overcame her blindness and deafness. Discover how she became a symbol of the human spirit and a champion of social causes.
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Jun 27, 2012 · Learn about Helen Keller, the co-founder of Helen Keller Intl and a pioneer for people with disabilities. Discover her achievements, advocacy and legacy through a timeline of her life.
Apr 3, 2014 · American educator Helen Keller overcame the adversity of being blind and deaf to become one of the 20th century's leading humanitarians as well as co-founder of the ACLU.
Undeterred by deafness and blindness, Helen Keller rose to become a major 20th century humanitarian, educator and writer. She advocated for the blind and for women’s suffrage and co-founded the American Civil Liberties Union.
Learn about the life and achievements of Helen Keller, the deafblind activist and author who overcame great challenges with the help of her teacher Anne Sullivan. Explore her early childhood, education, political and social involvement, and worldwide fame.
