George Thorndike Angell

George Thorndike Angell
Born(1823-06-05)June 5, 1823
Southbridge, Massachusetts, U.S.
DiedMarch 16, 1909(1909-03-16) (aged 85)
Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.
Resting placeMount Auburn Cemetery
Occupations
  • Lawyer
  • philanthropist
  • activist
Known forAnimal welfare activism

George Thorndike Angell (June 5, 1823 – March 16, 1909) was an American lawyer, philanthropist, and activist. He advocated for animal welfare, founding and serving as president of the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. He also championed public health reform and opposed food adulteration.

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