Jeannette Rankin Death
Jeannette passed away on May 18, 1973 at the age of 92.
Jeannette Rankin death quick facts:
When did Jeannette Rankin die?
May 18, 1973How old was Jeannette Rankin when died?
92
Jeannette Rankin Birthday and Date of Death
Jeannette Rankin was born on June 11, 1880 and died on May 18, 1973. Jeannette was 92 years old at the time of death.
Birthday: June 11, 1880
Date of Death: May 18, 1973
Age at Death: 92
Jeannette Rankin - Biography
Jeannette Pickering Rankin (June 11, 1880 – May 18, 1973) became the first woman to hold a high government office in the United States when, in 1916, she was elected to the United States Congress from the state of Montana. After winning her House seat in 1916, she said, "I may be the first woman member of Congress but I won’t be the last." She also was elected in 1940.
