Susannah Lattin
Susannah Lattin | |
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Fallen gravestone in Powell Cemetery in 2002 | |
| Born | January 7, 1848 |
| Died | August 27, 1868 (aged 20) |
| Cause of death | Postpartum infection |
| Known for | Abortion debate |
Susannah Lattin (January 7, 1848 – August 27, 1868) was an American woman who died of a postpartum infection at an illegal maternity clinic at 6 Amity Place in New York City, operated by Henry Dyer Grindle. Her death led to an investigation which resulted in regulation of maternity clinics and adoptions in New York City in 1868.