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Julia Ward Howe ( HOW; May 27, 1819 – October 17, 1910) was an American author and poet, known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as new lyrics to the song "John Brown's Body," and the original 1870 pacifist Mothers' Day Proclamation. She was also an advocate for abolitionism and a social activist, particularly for women's suffrage. == Early life and education == Julia Ward was born in New York City on May 27, 1819. She was the... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Julia Ward Howe first charted in 1912 with The Battle Hymn of the Republic.The artist placed 7 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 5 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.