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          Millicent Rogers

          American art collector

          Mary Millicent Abigail Rogers (February 1, 1902 – January 1, 1953), better known as Millicent Rogers, was a socialite, heiress, fashion icon, jewelry designer and art collector.

          She was the granddaughter of Standard Oil tycoon Henry Huttleston Rogers, and an heiress to his wealth.[1] Rogers is notable for having been an early supporter and enthusiast of Southwestern-style art and jewelry,[1] and is often credited for its reaching a national and international audience.

          Later in life, she became an activist, and was among the first celebrities to champion the cause of Native American civil rights.

          The true story of remarkable women who left the security and comforts of genteel Victorian society and journeyed to the American Southwest.

        1. She was the first wife of Rogers's only son,.
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        3. Millicent Rogers, was the granddaughter of Henry Huddleston Rogers, Sr., one of the original partners with John D. Rockefeller, Sr., in the.
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          5. She is still credited today as an influence on major fashion designers.

          Early life

          Rogers was born February 1, 1902. Her mother was Mary Benjamin, and her father was Henry Huttleston Rogers II, whose father was one of Rockefeller's partners in Standard Oil.[2] She grew up in Manhattan, Tuxedo Park, a