Anna Russell Cole
Anna Russell Cole | |
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| Born | Anna Virginia Russell January 16, 1846 Augusta, Georgia, United States |
| Died | June 6, 1926 (aged 80) Nashville, Tennessee, United States |
| Occupation | Philanthropist |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent | Henry F. Russell |
Anna Virginia Russell Cole (January 16, 1846 – June 6, 1926) was an American philanthropist known for her contributions to education, social reform, and the arts in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born into a prominent family in Augusta, Georgia, Cole's life was marked by both personal tragedy and a strong commitment to social justice. She was a significant figure in the development of Vanderbilt University and a supporter of various social causes, including the Tennessee Industrial School and the Southern Sociological Conference.