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Ventris

[ven-tris]

noun

  1. Michael George Francis, 1922–56, English architect and linguist.



Ventris

/ ˈvɛntrɪs /

noun

  1. Michael George Francis. 1922–56, English architect and scholar, who deciphered the Linear B script, identifying it as an early form of Mycenaean Greek

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Ventris Gibson, speaking for the Mint, said the image is supposed to represent how Ms. Angelou “used words to inspire and uplift”.

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“All of the women being honored have lived remarkable and multifaceted lives, and have made a significant impact on our nation in their own unique way,” Ventris C. Gibson, the mint’s director, said in the news release.

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“All of the women being honored have lived remarkable and multi-faceted lives, and have made a significant impact on our Nation in their own unique way,” Ventris C. Gibson, director of the mint, said in a statement.

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She was chosen for being “a courageous advocate who championed for increased representation and more multi-dimensional roles for Asian American actors,” Mint Director Ventris Gibson said in a statement.

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“This quarter is designed to reflect the breadth and depth of accomplishments by Anna May Wong, who overcame challenges and obstacles she faced during her lifetime,” said Mint Director Ventris C. Gibson.

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