Elisabeth Nilsson
Pioneering lawyer, proponent of women's issues
About Elisabeth Nilsson
Lived 1878 – 1941 (aged 62). Elisabeth Nilsson was a Swedish jurist, women's rights woman and suffragist.
Nilla Elisabeth Nilsson (1878–1941) was a Swedish lawyer and suffragist.
She was the first female lawyer interacting in Malmö, where she opened her practice in 1916.
She was active in the campaign for the introduction of women's suffrage in Sweden and served as chairperson of the from 1917 to 1921.
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Who was Elisabeth Nilsson?
Pioneering lawyer, proponent of women's issues
When was Elisabeth Nilsson born?
Elisabeth Nilsson was born on 12 April 1878.
When did Elisabeth Nilsson die?
Elisabeth Nilsson died on 26 January 1941 in Malmö Sankt Petri församling.
What was Elisabeth Nilsson's occupation?
Elisabeth Nilsson was a jurist, women's rights woman and suffragist.
What nationality was Elisabeth Nilsson?
Elisabeth Nilsson was Swedish.
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