About Victoire Léodile Béra
Lived 1824 – 1900 (aged 75). Victoire Léodile Béra was a French writer, communard, journalist, women's rights activist, novelist and politician.
Victoire Léodile Béra (18 August 1824 – 20 May 1900) was a French novelist, journalist and feminist. She took the name of André Léo, her two twin sons' names.
In 1866 a feminist group called the Société pour la Revendication du Droit des Femmes began to meet at the house of André Léo in Paris. Members included Paule Minck, Louise Michel, Eliska Vincent, Élie Reclus and his wife Noémi Reclus, Mme Jules Simon and Caroline de Barrau. Maria Deraismes also participated. Because of the broad range of opinions, the group decided to focus on the subject of improving girls' education.
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Who was Victoire Léodile Béra?
French writer, editor (1824-1900)
When was Victoire Léodile Béra born?
Victoire Léodile Béra was born on 18 August 1824 in Lusignan.
When did Victoire Léodile Béra die?
Victoire Léodile Béra died on 20 May 1900 in Saint-Maurice, Paris.
What was Victoire Léodile Béra's occupation?
Victoire Léodile Béra was a writer, communard, journalist, women's rights activist, novelist and politician.
What nationality was Victoire Léodile Béra?
Victoire Léodile Béra was French.
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