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Maria Gordon

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Scottish geologist (1864-1939)

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Dame Maria Matilda Gordon, sometimes known as May Ogilvie Gordon or May Gordon, was an eminent Scottish geologist, palaeontologist, and politician.

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1932Lyell Medal
Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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Dame Maria Matilda Gordon, sometimes known as May Ogilvie Gordon or May Gordon, was an eminent Scottish geologist, palaeontologist, and politician. She was the first woman to be awarded a Doctor of Science degree from the University of London and the first woman to be awarded a PhD degree from the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München. She was also a supporter and campaigner for the rights and equality of children and women.

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deceased
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Lived 1864 to 1939 · aged 75
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