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Also Known As Ellen Louise Axson
Born May 15, 1860 • Savannah • Georgia
Died August 6, 1914 (aged 54) • Washington, D.C. • United States
Title / Office first lady (1913-1914)
Notable Family Members spouse Woodrow Wilson

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