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Nellie Rathbone Bright

1898–1977

United States

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Nellie Rathbone Bright (March 28, 1898 – February 7, 1977) was an American educator, poet, and author. She taught in Philadelphia public schools, becoming a principal in 1935 and serving until her retirement in 1952. She inspired generations of African American students.

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