About Idy Hegnauer
Lived 1909 – 2006 (aged 97). Idy Hegnauer was a Swiss nurse and peace activist.
Idy Hegnauer (12 September 1909 – 19 November 2006) She was the daughter of Jakob Häberling, who worked as a carpenter, and Marie.
After the Second World War, Hegnauer worked with the American Friends Service Committee during the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. She helped villagers in Tur'an, Israel, providing them with medical assistance.
In 1960, she did a presentation on Algerian refugees in Tunisia, whilst working in the country during the Algerian War. Hegnauer helped to raise 900,000Fr. for the SCI.
After the Second World War, Hegnauer also worked in Greece, India, Austria and Yugoslavia. From 1980–1984, she worked at a children's hospital in Affoltern am Albis, Switzerland.
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Who was Idy Hegnauer?
Swiss nurse and peace activist (1909-2006)
When was Idy Hegnauer born?
Idy Hegnauer was born on 12 September 1909 in Obfelden.
When did Idy Hegnauer die?
Idy Hegnauer died on 19 November 2006 in Affoltern am Albis.
What was Idy Hegnauer's occupation?
Idy Hegnauer was a nurse and peace activist.
What nationality was Idy Hegnauer?
Idy Hegnauer was Swiss.
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