Diocletian Lewis
Diocletian Lewis
Diocletian Lewis (pronounced: /ˌdaɪ.əˈkliːʃən ˈluːɪs/), also known as Dr. Dio Lewis, was a prominent American temperance advocate and physical culture advocate in the 19th century.
Etymology
The name Diocletian is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Lewis is a common surname of English origin.
Biography
Diocletian Lewis was born on March 3, 1823, in Auburn, New York. He was a pioneer in the field of physical education and is credited with introducing the concept of physical fitness into the American educational system. He was also a strong advocate for the temperance movement, promoting the idea of total abstinence from alcoholic beverages.
Contributions
Lewis is best known for his contributions to physical education and the temperance movement. He developed the New Gymnastics system, which emphasized the use of light gymnastic apparatus for exercise. He also founded the Normal Institute for Physical Education in Boston, which was the first physical education teacher training school in America.
In the temperance movement, Lewis was a prominent speaker and writer. He advocated for total abstinence from alcohol and was instrumental in the passage of the Prohibition laws in several states.
Related Terms
- Physical Education
- Temperance Movement
- New Gymnastics
- Normal Institute for Physical Education
- Prohibition
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Diocletian Lewis
- Wikipedia's article - Diocletian Lewis
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