Elizabeth Jesser Reid | |
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Born | Elizabeth Jesser Sturch 25 December 1789 London, England |
Died | 1 April 1866 London, England | (aged 76)
Nationality | British |
Other names | Elisabeth Jesser Sturch |
Occupation | Philanthropist |
Known for | founder of Bedford College |
Spouse | Dr John Reid |
Elizabeth Jesser Reid (/riːd/; née Sturch; 25 December 1789 – 1 April 1866), forename sometimes spelled Elisabeth, was an English social reformer, anti-slavery activist and philanthropist.[1] She is best remembered as the founder of Bedford College.