Margaret Brown, often referred to as "The Unsinkable Molly Brown," was an American socialite and philanthropist born on July 18, 1867, in Hannibal, Missouri. She gained fame for her survival of the Titanic disaster in 1912, where she helped other passengers escape and was later recognized for her bravery. In addition to her Titanic legacy, Brown was an advocate for various social causes, including women's rights and education. She was actively involved in the Denver community and supported the suffrage movement, making significant contributions to the advancement of women's roles in society during her lifetime.