Enriqueta Augustina Tennant

Enriqueta Augustina Tennant

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Enriqueta Augustina Tennant, born in 1843, was a Cuban-born philanthropist who played a pivotal role in the establishment of the John Rylands Library in Manchester. After moving to England, she married John Rylands and became a significant cultural patron, using her substantial inheritance to create a library that is now celebrated for its vast collection of rare manuscripts and historical documents. Despite facing societal challenges as a woman in the late 19th century, her contributions have left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of Manchester.

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0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
29,048
Power
1,155$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 29,048 $2,700,000 1,155$
Totals 1 67,886,011 29,048 $2,700,000 1,155$
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