Frances Hawks Cameron Burnett
Frances Hawks Cameron Burnett | |
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Frances Hawks Cameron Burnett posing in a Japanese-inspired historical ensemble, from a 1921 publication | |
| Born | February 6, 1884 Selma, Alabama, US |
| Died | October 10, 1957 Alexandria, Louisiana, US |
| Occupation(s) | Socialite, political hostess, writer |
Frances Hawks Cameron Burnett (February 6, 1884 – October 10, 1957) was an American socialite and political hostess. While in Japan as a diplomat's wife, she helped to organize the Japan Humane Society and was active in supporting the Boy Scouts of Japan. She was also the first foreigner to take honors in an annual Japanese poetry competition, when she placed fourth in 1921.