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    Who was Mary Ward, and why was her death unique?

    Question #69789. Asked by smartie806.

    miffy42

    She was the 1st person to be killed by a car

    Aug 17 06, 9:21 AM
    zbeckabee

    She had the misfortune to fall under the wheels of an experimental steam car built by her cousins. This happened on 31 August 1869, and may make her the earliest motor vehicle accident victim.

    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Ward_%28scientist%29



    Aug 17 06, 9:44 AM
    smartie806

    Yes! She was also known during her lifetime for her interest in science and drawing.

    Aug 17 06, 10:17 AM

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