Hamide Ayşe Sultan
Ottoman princess and royal figure
Born
1887
138 years ago
Died
August 10th, 1960
64 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Turkey
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An Ottoman princess, born into the imperial family. After the fall of the Ottoman Empire, spent significant time in exile. In later years, contributed to cultural and social discussions among the diaspora. Died in 1960 in France, where she had resided for much of her life.
Held the title of Princess of the Ottoman Empire
Participated in exiled Ottoman cultural activities
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