Annie Smith Peck | |
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Born | October 19, 1850 |
Died | July 18, 1935 | (aged 84)
Nationality | American |
Alma mater | Rhode Island College University of Michigan |
Occupation(s) | Mountaineer, Educator, Writer |
Known for | Adventurer, Suffragist, Feminist |
Annie Smith Peck (October 19, 1850 – July 18, 1935) was an American mountaineer and adventurer. The northern peak of the Peruvian Cordillera Blanca mountain chain, Huascarán was named Cumbre Aña Peck in Peck's honor.[1] She was an ardent suffragist and noted speaker. She lectured extensively for many years throughout the world, and wrote four books encouraging travel and exploration.