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Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck

1876 – 1956

Dutch writer and early feminist

Journalist Women's rights activist Editor
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About Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck

Lived 1876 – 1956 (aged 80). Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck was a Dutch journalist, women's rights activist, editor and feminist.

Esther Welmoet Dijserinck (Den Helder, 7 February 1876 - The Hague, 11 November 1956), known under the penname Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck, was a Dutch journalist and feminist, cofounder of Dutch Girl Guiding and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS).

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Important facts

Born
7 February 1876, Den Helder
Birth century
19th century
Died
11 November 1956, The Hague
Occupation
Journalist, women's rights activist, editor, Feminist
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands, Dutch people
Also known as
Esther Dijserinck, Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck + WAF + Estella, Esther Francken, Esther Welmoet Dijserinck

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck?

Dutch writer and early feminist (1876–1956)

When was Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck born?

Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck was born on 7 February 1876 in Den Helder.

When did Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck die?

Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck died on 11 November 1956 in The Hague.

What was Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck's occupation?

Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck was a journalist, women's rights activist, editor and feminist.

What nationality was Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck?

Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck

· Wikidata: Q2608149

· DBpedia: Esther Welmoet Wijnaendts Francken-Dyserinck

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