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United States, 1961-1963
Jacqueline Kennedy, she was known for her style and for overseeing the restoration of the White House.
United States, 2001-2009
Laura Bush, known for her advocacy for education, women's health, and human rights.
Philippines, 1965-1986
Imelda Marcos, known for her collection of shoes, she was also involved in social and cultural projects.
Argentina, 1946-1952
Eva Perón, she was noted for her efforts to help the poor and for her role in getting women's suffrage.
France, 1944-1946, 1959-1969
Yvonne de Gaulle, she was known for her devout Catholicism and work with charities.
Egypt, 1956-1970
Jehan Sadat, she played a key role in reforming Egypt’s civil rights laws and promoted volunteerism.
United States, 2009-2017
Michelle Obama, known for her advocacy on poverty awareness, education, nutrition, physical activity, and healthy eating.
India, 1966-1977, 1980-1984
Indira Gandhi, though not a First Lady, she was the first and, to date, the only female Prime Minister of India.
Pakistan, 1989-1990, 1993-1996
Benazir Bhutto, though not a First Lady, she was the first woman to head a democratic government in a majority Muslim nation.
United States, 1981-1989
Nancy Reagan, known for her 'Just Say No' drug awareness campaign.
United States, 1974-1977
Betty Ford, known for her candid approach to her fight against breast cancer and substance abuse, founding the Betty Ford Center.
United States, 1933-1945
Eleanor Roosevelt, she transformed the role of the First Lady by her active participation in American politics.
United States, 1993-2001
Hillary Rodham Clinton, known for her work on healthcare reform and as an advocate for gender equality and health care.
United Kingdom, 1940-1945, 1951-1955
Clementine Churchill, she helped with her husband’s morale during World War II and worked for charitable organizations.
United States, 1969-1974
Pat Nixon, she is remembered for her volunteerism and her involvement in various social projects around the world.
Philippines, 1986-1992
Corazon Aquino, though not a First Lady, she was the first female president in Philippines after the end of Marcos regime.
United States, 1963-1969
Lady Bird Johnson, she actively promoted beautification of America's cities and highways, known as the 'Head Start' program.
United States, 1977-1981
Rosalynn Carter, known for her advocacy on mental health, she worked to improve community-based mental health programs.
United States, 1989-1993
Barbara Bush, known for her dedication to literacy as a foundation of family and community, and for her work with various charities.
United States, 2001-2009
Hillary Rodham Clinton, she was known for her role as a senator, Secretary of State, and advocate for children and families.
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