Timeline June 1829

Events in June 1829 1

• 1829 Paralyzing Illness Measles leaves Ada bedridden for nearly three years In June 1829, Ada contracted measles, and the resulting illness left her partially paralyzed and confined to bed for an extended period, in some accounts nearly three years. She used the time to continue her studies, working with tutors even while bedridden, and eventually regained the ability to walk with crutches. The episode was one of several health struggles that would recur throughout her life.