Betty Archdale

Cricketer

Birthday August 21, 1907

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Jan 11, 2000 (92)

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About

Captain of the English women's cricket team from 1934 to 1935.

Before Fame

She attended McGill University, before studying law in London.

Trivia

After playing cricket she entered the world of education, where she had a profound impact on breaking down antiquated and sexist rules in the school system.

Family Life

Her mother, Helen Alexander Archdale, was also a renowned British feminist.

Associated With

Her godmother was feminist and activist Emmeline Pankhurst.