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Ann Lee founder of the shakers, known for founder of the shakers, was born on 1736-02-29.

Ann Lee founder of the shakers, known for founder of the shakers, was born on 1736-02-29. Ann Lee (29 February 1736 – 8 September 1784), commonly known as Mother Ann Lee, was the founding leader of the Shakers, later changed to United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing following her death. She was born during the Evangelical revival in England and greatly influenced religion of that time, especially in the Americas.

Historical Significance

Ann Lee is Founder of the Shakers.

Key People

Ann Lee

Founder of the Shakers

Founder of the Shakers

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  3. First opera performed in America, "Flora," in Charleston, South Carolina

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Events After

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  2. A cyclone causes 40-foot waves that are believed to kill 300,000 in Calcutta, India

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  3. An earthquake is reported to have killed 300,000 and destroyed half of Calcutta in India, now thought to have been an ex

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  4. French Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Germain Louis Chauvelin is dismissed by Chief Minister André-Hercule de Fl

    French Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Germain Louis Chauvelin is dismissed by Chief Minister André-Hercule de Fleury

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    Charitable Irish Society of Boston organizes the first observance of Saint Patrick's Day in the Thirteen Colonies

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What happened on February 29, 1736?
Ann Lee founder of the shakers, known for founder of the shakers, was born on 1736-02-29. Ann Lee (29 February 1736 – 8 September 1784), commonly known as Mother Ann Lee, was the founding leader of the Shakers, later changed to United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing following her death. She was born during the Evangelical revival in England and greatly influenced religion of that time, especially in the Americas.
Why is Ann Lee is born significant?
Ann Lee is Founder of the Shakers.
Who was involved in Ann Lee is born?
Key figures include Ann Lee (Founder of the Shakers).

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