Mildred Wirt Benson
Born on 10 July 1905Died on 28 May 2002
Known for: Writing
Biography
Mildred Augustine Wirt Benson was an American journalist and author of children's books. She wrote some of the earliest Nancy Drew mysteries and created the detective's adventurous personality. Born: July 10, 1905, Ladora, IA Died: May 28, 2002, Ladora, IA