About Sofia Svensson
Lived 1873 – 1923 (aged 49). Sofia Svensson was a Swedish politician and school teacher in the Swedish school system.
Sofia Svensson (1873–1923), known as Röda Sofia (Red Sofia), was a Swedish communist politician.
She was a professional school teacher.
She was a suffragist and a member of the Gothenburg branch of the National Association for Women's Suffrage.
She was a member of the Gothenburg City Council in 1922 until her death. She was as such the first Communist elected to the post. She mainly devoted her effort to children's welfare.
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Who was Sofia Svensson?
Swedish politician (1873-1923)
When was Sofia Svensson born?
Sofia Svensson was born on 11 November 1873.
When did Sofia Svensson die?
Sofia Svensson died on 8 July 1923 in Annedals parish.
What was Sofia Svensson's occupation?
Sofia Svensson was a politician and school teacher in the Swedish school system.
What nationality was Sofia Svensson?
Sofia Svensson was Swedish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sofia Svensson. https://biography.guide/sofia-svensson/
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