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Eleanor Grace Gehrig (née Twitchell; March 6, 1904 – March 6, 1984) was an American philanthropist, socialite, and memoirist, known as the wife of American baseball player Lou Gehrig. After Gehrig's death she continued to promote his legacy and contribute to Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease) research.
22 de abr. de 2013 · Learn about the life and legacy of Eleanor Gehrig, the wife of Lou Gehrig, the legendary Yankees first baseman and ALS victim. Read about her childhood, marriage, career, and memoir in this comprehensive biography.
3 de jul. de 2023 · Eleanor Gehrig was the wife of the legendary baseball player Lou Gehrig, who died of ALS in 1941. She supported him throughout his career and illness, and became known as the \"First Lady of the Yankees\".
4 de ene. de 2024 · Learn about Eleanor Gehrig, the wife of baseball legend Lou Gehrig, who died of ALS in 1941. Discover how she managed his estate, championed his memory, and advocated for ALS research and awareness.
8 de mar. de 1984 · Eleanor Gehrig, the widow of Lou Gehrig, the great Yankee first baseman of half a century ago, died Tuesday night at Presbyterian Hospital. She was 79 years old, and had been ill since last...
2 de may. de 2015 · A fictional account of Eleanor Gehrig, the widow of baseball legend Lou Gehrig, who died of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis in 1941. The story follows her memories, struggles, and legacy as she watches a movie about her husband's life.
Learn how Lou Gehrig, one of the greatest baseball players of all time, expressed his love and appreciation for his wife Eleanor with a charm bracelet. The bracelet, now in the Hall of Fame collection, features 17 charms that represent his awards and achievements.
