About
Philanthropist and activist best known for promoting the merciful treatment of prisoners. She was first exposed to unjust treatment at Newgate Prison in London.
Before Fame
She began her community activism by donating old clothes to the poor.
Trivia
In 2001, her image was first used on the Bank of England 5-pound note. Queen Victoria and Emperor Alexander I supported her activist efforts.
Family Life
She married a banker named Joseph Fry when she was 20.
Associated With
She and former US President Herbert Hoover were both raised in Quaker families.
