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Harriet Melusina (née) Peirce

Harriet Melusina Peirce was an American woman born in 1834, known for her involvement in the Peirce family, notably her brother Charles Sanders Peirce, a prominent philosopher and mathematician. She married William Henry Melusina and was part of a distinguished family with intellectual and social influence. While not widely documented for specific achievements, her life reflects the contributions of women in 19th-century American society, often through family connections and social roles. Her story offers insight into the personal histories of influential families during that era.