Halyna Kuzmenko

Ukrainian teacher and anarchist revolutionary

Halyna Kuzmenko - Ukrainian teacher and anarchist revolutionary
Born

January 9th, 1897
128 years ago

Died

March 23rd, 1978
47 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Ukraine

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Born in 1897, an influential teacher and anarchist revolutionary in Ukraine. Actively participated in the struggle for social change during a tumultuous period. Engaged in efforts to promote anarchist principles within educational frameworks and advocated for workers' rights. Contributed significantly to the anarchist movement and worked alongside various revolutionary groups. Played a vital role in advancing educational reforms aligned with anarchist ideology, aiming to empower individuals and promote self-governance. Arrested multiple times due to revolutionary activities, demonstrating commitment to the cause.

Participated in anarchist revolutionary movements

Advocated for educational reforms in Ukraine

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