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Nancy Witcher Langhorne Astor, Viscountess Astor, CH (19 May 1879 – 2 May 1964) was an American-born British politician who was the first woman seated as a Member of Parliament (MP), serving from 1919 to 1945.
May 15, 2024 · Nancy Witcher Astor, Viscountess Astor (born May 19, 1879, Danville, Virginia, U.S.—died May 2, 1964, Grimsthorpe Castle, Lincolnshire, England) was the first woman to sit in the British House of Commons, known in public and private life for her great energy and wit.
Nancy Witcher Astor, Viscountess Astor, Companion of Honour (CH), (May 19, 1879 – May 2, 1964) was the first woman to serve as a Member of Parliament (MP) in the British House of Commons. She was the wife of Waldorf Astor, 2nd Viscount Astor.
Jan 14, 2020 · Learn about Nancy Astor, the American-born viscountess who made history as the first woman to take a seat in the House of Commons in 1919. Explore the documents and records that reveal her campaign, her achievements and her challenges in Parliament.
Jun 9, 2019 · Nancy Astor (May 19, 1879–May 2, 1964) was the first woman to take a seat in the British House of Commons. A society hostess, she was known for her sharp wit and social commentary. Fast Facts: Nancy Astor. Known For: Social critic and first woman seated in the British House of Commons.
Dec 22, 2019 · U.K. Honors a Flawed Feminist Trailblazer, Nancy Astor The American-born Lady Astor was the first woman to take a seat in the British Parliament. A century later, her legacy is still being...
May 2, 2024 · Nancy Astor became the first female MP to take her seat in the House of Commons when she was elected Plymouth Sutton MP in 1919.
