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Was Edith Wilson the first female president of the United States?

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September 7, 2023

Was Edith Wilson the first female president of the United States?

Edith Wilson, First Lady and second wife of President Woodrow Wilson, achieved many firsts during her tenure as First Lady. In fact, she was the first First Lady to travel to Europe in a political capacity.

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Edith Wilson, First Lady and second wife of President Woodrow Wilson, achieved many firsts during her tenure as First Lady. In fact, she was the first First Lady to travel to Europe in a political capacity.

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