howe

• Nom propre désignant un patronyme porté par plusieurs personnalités, incluant un éditeur américain, un joueur de hockey canadien, une militante féministe et un inventeur de machines à coudre.

A proper noun referring to a surname of notable individuals, including an American editor, a Canadian hockey player, a feminist activist, and an inventor of sewing machines.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Elias HoweB2formalamerican

   American inventor who developed an early sewing machine and successfully defended his patent against other manufacturers, including Isaac M. Singer.

   Elias Howe

   • Elias Howe's sewing machine revolutionized the garment industry.
   • Howe won a patent infringement lawsuit against Isaac Singer.
   • The invention by Elias Howe made home sewing much faster.

2. Julia Ward HoweB2formalamerican

   American feminist, writer, and social activist known for her involvement in the women's suffrage movement and for writing the lyrics to 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic'.

   Julia Ward Howe

   • Julia Ward Howe was a prominent leader in the fight for women's voting rights.
   • She wrote the famous poem that became 'The Battle Hymn of the Republic'.
   • Howe's activism helped pave the way for the 19th Amendment.

3. Gordie HoweB2formalsport

   Canadian professional ice hockey player who holds the record for playing the most games in the NHL and is considered one of the greatest players of all time.

   Gordie Howe

   • Gordie Howe played in the NHL for over 25 seasons.
   • He is known for his incredible scoring ability and physical play.
   • The 'Gordie Howe hat trick' is named after him.

4. Irving HoweC1formalamerican

   American literary and social critic, editor, and political activist, known for his work with the magazine 'Dissent'.

   Irving Howe

   • Irving Howe was a leading intellectual of the 20th century.
   • He co-founded the influential magazine 'Dissent'.
   • Howe's criticism focused on literature and politics.