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may petrea theilgaard watts

Born 1893 Died 1975 Works span 1943–1945

May Petrea Theilgaard Watts (1893-1975): Champion of Prairie Landscapes and Rails-to-Trails Advocacy May Petrea Theilgaard Watts (born May 1, 1893, United States) was a multifaceted artist and naturalist whose unwavering dedication to preserving America’s natural heritage cemented her place as a pivotal figure in the mid-20th century conservation movement. More than just an illustrator—though she excelled in that field—Watts possesse…

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1943

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1945

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may petrea theilgaard watts

1893 – 1975

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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