Elizabeth Cochran
Elizabeth Cochran, better known by her pen name Nellie Bly, was a pioneering American journalist in the late 19th century. She gained fame for her investigative reporting and is best known for her exposé on the conditions of patients in a mental institution, which she achieved by feigning insanity to gain entry. This groundbreaking work, titled 'Ten Days in a Mad-House,' not only brought attention to the mistreatment of the mentally ill but also established her as a leading figure in the field of investigative journalism. Bly's fearless approach and innovative storytelling changed the landscape of journalism, particularly for women.
Born on May 05, 1864 (161 years old)
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Elizabeth Cochran, known by her pen name Nellie Bly, was a pioneering journalist who exposed social injustices through investigative reporting.
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