Hamide Ayşe Sultan

Ottoman princess and royal figure

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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