Bartholomew Fussell
Bartholomew Fussell
Bartholomew Fussell (pronunciation: bar-tho-lo-mew fuss-ell) was a prominent American physician and social reformer in the 19th century.
Etymology
The name Bartholomew is of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Bartholomaios, which means "son of Talmai". Talmai is a Hebrew name meaning "abounding in furrows". Fussell is an English surname of Norman origin, derived from the Old French fousser, meaning "to dig" or "to search".
Biography
Bartholomew Fussell was born in the year 1794 in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. He was a prominent Quaker and a dedicated advocate for women's rights, abolitionism, and vegetarianism. He was also a founding member of the American Vegetarian Society.
Fussell completed his medical studies at the University of Pennsylvania and practiced medicine in Kennett Square for many years. He was known for his compassionate care and his commitment to social reform.
Related Terms
- Quaker: A member of the Religious Society of Friends, a Christian movement known for its belief in equality and pacifism.
- Women's rights: The fight for the equal rights of women in society, including the right to vote, work, and receive equal pay.
- Abolitionism: The movement to end slavery.
- Vegetarianism: The practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat.
- American Vegetarian Society: An organization founded in 1850 to promote vegetarianism for ethical, health, and environmental reasons.
- University of Pennsylvania: A private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bartholomew Fussell
- Wikipedia's article - Bartholomew Fussell
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