Belva Ann Lockwood
(1830-1917)

American Feminist, Politician, Author, Attorney
National Women's Hall of Fame

birthdate: October 24
birthplace: Royalton, New York

QUOTES

“If nations could only depend upon fair and impartial judgments in a world court of law, they would abandon the senseless, savage practice of war.”

“I know we can't abolish prejudice through laws, but we can set up guidelines for our actions by legislation.”

“The glory of each generation is to make its own precedents.”

“No one can claim to be called Christian who gives money for the building of warships and arsenals.”

“I do not believe in sex distinction in literature, law, politics, or trade - or that modesty and virtue are more becoming to women than to men, but wish we had more of it everywhere.”