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“Liberty cannot be caged into a charter or handed on ready-made to the next generation. Each generation must recreate liberty for its own times. Whether or not we establish freedom rests with ourselves.”

Quote by Florence Ellinwood Allen

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Florence Ellinwood Allen
Florence Ellinwood Allen

Florence Ellinwood Allen was an outstanding American judge known for her contributions to the legal field. Born on March 23, 1884, and passing away on September 12, 1966, she made history as the first woman to serve as a federal judge in the United States. Her career was marked by groundbreaking milestones in the legal profession. more

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