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It's time to celebrate National Emma Day on July 18! This day was created to honor the life and legacy of Emma Goldman, one of the most influential figures in modern American history. She was an anarchist, feminist, labor leader and writer who advocated for freedom, justice and equality. Her work has inspired generations of activists to fight for social change and her memory will live on forever. So take this special day as an opportunity to learn more about Emma Goldman and her incredible contributions to society. Let’s honor her legacy by celebrating National Emma Day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1869</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Emma Goldman's Birth</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emma Goldman, an influential anarchist, feminist, and labor leader, was born on June 27 in Kovno, Russian Empire (now Kaunas, Lithuania).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1892</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Political Activism</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emma Goldman embarked on her journey as a political activist and writer advocating for worker's rights, freedom, and equality.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1906</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Anarchism and Other Essays"</div><div class='timeline-text'>Goldman published her first influential collection of essays tackling hot societal issues including women’s rights and political anarchism.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1917</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Anti-Conscription Activism</div><div class='timeline-text'>Famous for her anti-military stance, Emma Goldman was arrested for conspiring to "induce persons not to register" for the newly instated draft.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1936</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spanish Civil War Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emma Goldman supported the cause of the anti-fascist forces in the Spanish Civil War, raising funds and awareness in London and Canada.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Goldman's Death and Legacy</div><div class='timeline-text'>Emma Goldman passed away on May 14, leaving behind a potent legacy of rich political thought and activism for societal change.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick out one of your favorite Emma-inspired movies and watch it with friends or family. Or, if you can’t decide on one movie, make a marathon of them!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read a book</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Choose from one of the many popular Emma books and read it to yourself or to your friends and family. Whether you decide to read out loud or silently, you’ll have a great time celebrating.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Draw, paint, or sculpt your own Emma-inspired art! You can even look up some fan art online for ideas and inspiration.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Sing a song</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pick out your favorite Emma song and sing along with it. Or, if you're feeling brave enough, create your own song about Emma and perform it for your friends and family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make something special to celebrate National Emma Day! Look up some easy DIY craft ideas online or make something from scratch.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Emma is a strong female role model</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Emma Day celebrates the life and accomplishments of English author Emma Watson, who wrote groundbreaking novels such as 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Sense and Sensibility' and 'Emma'. Her stories are filled with inspiring characters that challenge traditional gender roles, standing as a testament to the power of perseverance and resilience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Emmas shows us the importance of being true to ourselves</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Throughout her books, Emma challenges her readers to be authentic and proud of their own individuality. She reminds us that it's OK to be different and that our unique qualities should be celebrated rather than conform to someone else's image of perfection.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Emma inspires readers through her words</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Emma Watson's works aren't just entertaining - they're full of wisdom and insight on life, love, relationships and happiness. Her stories are full of life lessons we can all learn from and will stay with us long after we've finished them.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Emma is an extremely popular name worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>Attracted by its simple elegance, parents all over the world have bestowed the name Emma upon their daughters, rendering it an exceptionally common name globally.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Famous Emmas have made significant contributions in various fields</h3><p class='facts-content'>From the talented actress Emma Watson to the literary genius Emma Goldman, Emmas have made substantial impacts in the worlds of entertainment, literature, and activism.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The name Emma dates back to the Middle Ages</h3><p class='facts-content'>Originating from the Germanic element "ermen", which means "universal" or "whole", the name Emma has a rich history dating back to medieval times.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Fictional characters named Emma often have strong and independent personalities</h3><p class='facts-content'>Reflecting the strength of this name, fictional characters named Emma often exhibit fierce independence and determination, inspiring many with their resilient spirit.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Emma has etymological roots in several cultures</h3><p class='facts-content'>Not only does the name Emma have Germanic roots, but it also has variants and equivalents in many cultures, such as Emme in France and Ema in Portugal, illustrating its widespread appeal.</p></div></div>
National Emma Day is celebrated on July 18 every year. In 2024 National Emma Day will occur on a Thursday.
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