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Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska

b. 1953

Polish trade unionist

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About Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska

Born 1953. Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska is a Polish trade unionist, politician, motorman and activist.

Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska was the former head of the Gdańsk transport workers. She is noted for playing a role in strikes and protests in 1980 Gdańsk. The authorities later beat her, causing her to miscarry. Afterward she became involved in "family orphanages" and adopted 12 orphans with her third husband. She has been a deputy of the Sejm since 2015, serving in the VIII, IX and X terms.

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Important facts

Born
27 March 1953, Olsztyn
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Trade unionist, politician, motorman, activist
Nationality
Poland
Positions held
Member of the Sejm
Employers
Gdańsk Shipyard
Awards
Order of the Smile; Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta; Order Ecce Homo; Honorary citizen of Gdańsk; Andrzej Bączkowski Award; Award Józef Tischner; Wprost Person of the Year; Odznaka Honorowa za Zasługi dla Ochrony Praw Dziecka
Also known as
Henryka Krzywonos, Henryka Krzywonos-Strycharska

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska?

Polish trade unionist

When was Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska born?

Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska was born on 27 March 1953 in Olsztyn.

What is Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska's occupation?

Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska is a trade unionist, politician, motorman and activist.

What nationality is Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska?

Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska is Polish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henryka Krystyna Krzywonos-Strycharska

· Wikidata: Q1607519

· DBpedia: Henryka Krzywonos

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