About Johanna von Schaffgotsch
Lived 1842 – 1910 (aged 67–68). Johanna von Schaffgotsch was a German businessperson.
Johanna von Schaffgotsch (née Gryzik, later Gryzik von Schomberg-Godulla; 1842–1910) was the adopted daughter of Karl Godulla. She was the first businesswoman in the history of Silesia, as well as one of the richest women in Europe; the combined wealth of von Schaffgotsch and her spouse was estimated to be 79 million marks.
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Who was Johanna von Schaffgotsch?
Silesian businesswoman (1842–1910)
When was Johanna von Schaffgotsch born?
Johanna von Schaffgotsch was born in 1842 in Zaborze.
When did Johanna von Schaffgotsch die?
Johanna von Schaffgotsch died in 1910 in Kopice, Opole Voivodeship.
What was Johanna von Schaffgotsch's occupation?
Johanna von Schaffgotsch was a businessperson.
What nationality was Johanna von Schaffgotsch?
Johanna von Schaffgotsch was German.
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· Wikipedia: Johanna von Schaffgotsch
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johanna von Schaffgotsch. https://biography.guide/johanna-von-schaffgotsch/
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