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Helena Dorothea von Schönberg

1729 – 1799

German noblewoman and business person

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About Helena Dorothea von Schönberg

Lived 1729 – 1799 (aged 69). Helena Dorothea von Schönberg was a German businessperson, estate owner and activist.

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg (born von Wallwitz; 22 November 1729 – 29 March 1799) was a German businessperson and mistress of Limbach, which she helped to flourish.

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg had the foresight to recognize the economic and social opportunities offered by the knitting industry introduced in Limbach by Johann Esche and the serpentinite industry founded by her husband in 1751.

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Important facts

Born

22 November 1729, Erlau

Birth century

18th century

Died

29 March 1799, Limbach-Oberfrohna

Occupation

Businessperson, estate owner, activist

Nationality

Germany

Also known as

Helena Dorothea von Wallwitz

Contemporaries

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Robert Smith

1689 – 1768

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Helena Dorothea von Schönberg?

German noblewoman and business person (1729-1799)

When was Helena Dorothea von Schönberg born?

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg was born on 22 November 1729 in Erlau.

When did Helena Dorothea von Schönberg die?

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg died on 29 March 1799 in Limbach-Oberfrohna.

What was Helena Dorothea von Schönberg's occupation?

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg was a businessperson, estate owner and activist.

What nationality was Helena Dorothea von Schönberg?

Helena Dorothea von Schönberg was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Helena Dorothea von Schönberg

· Wikidata: Q1601881

· DBpedia: Helena Dorothea von Schönberg

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