Help make Alexa smarter on Alexa Answers. Sign in with Amazon

Literature

Was helen keller born blind and death?

2 Answers

No, Helen Keller was born a normal child but was suddenly struck blind and deaf at the age of 19 months due to a mysterious illness. Perhaps Rubella or scarlet fever, but it is unknown for certain.

{{ relativeTimeResolver(1569866929333) }}

LIVE
Points points 259
Rating

Yes, Helen Keller became blind and deaf at the age of 19 months due to an unknown illness, potentially rubella or scarlet fever.

{{ relativeTimeResolver(1591632437078) }}

LIVE
Points points 102
Rating

Join Alexa Answers

Help make Alexa smarter and share your knowledge with the world

LEARN MORE