Black and white photograph of Julia Ward Howe in 1908 showing her seated, facing left and looking at the camera. Julia was an American abolitionist, social activist, and poet most recognized for "The Battle Hymn of the Republic." Mother's Day was originally conceived Julia during the American Civil War with a call to unite women against war. She wrote the Mother's Day Proclamation. [0003-0612-1119-1305] by 0003
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