Lady Nancy Astor

Lady Nancy Astor (1879-1964) was a British-American political figure and the first woman to take her seat in the British House of Commons in 1919. Born in the United States, she became a prominent advocate for women's rights and social issues. Astor used her position to promote education, health care, and reforms affecting women and children. A member of the Conservative Party, she served in Parliament for 26 years, significantly influencing the political landscape of her time. Her legacy includes advancing women's participation in politics and her role in shaping early 20th-century social policy in Britain.