Alva Belmont, American suffragist (d. 1933) was born on January 17, 1853.

January 17, 1853

Alva Belmont, American suffragist (d. 1933) was born on January 17, 1853.

Alva Erskine Belmont, known as Alva Vanderbilt from 1875 to 1896, was a prominent multi-millionaire American socialite and a major figure in the American women's suffrage movement. She was noted for her energy, intelligence, strong opinions, and willingness to challenge convention.