1846 – 1918

Rose Cleveland

First Lady of United States (1846-1918)

educatorpoliticianteacherwriter

Born

1846-06-13, Fayetteville

Died

1918-11-22

Birthplace state

New York

Biography

Rose Elizabeth Cleveland was born in Fayetteville, New York on June 13, 1846. She worked as an author, lecturer, educator, and teacher. From 1885 to 1886, she served as acting First Lady during her brother Grover Cleveland's presidency, a role she held until his marriage in 1886. She died on November 22, 1918.

Occupation

Rose Cleveland is recorded as a educator, a politician, a teacher and a writer, born in New York (1846–1918).

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Frequently asked about Rose Cleveland

Who was Rose Cleveland?

Rose Cleveland was First Lady of United States (1846-1918), born in New York (1846 – 1918).

When and where was Rose Cleveland born?

Rose Cleveland was born on 1846-06-13 in Fayetteville.

When did Rose Cleveland die?

Rose died on 1918-11-22.

What was Rose Cleveland known for?

Rose Cleveland is recorded as a educator, a politician, a teacher and a writer.

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