Lina Tsaldari
Greek politician and one of first women MPs
Born
1887
139 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Greece
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A prominent Greek politician involved in the country's political landscape. Played a significant role in the Greek Parliament, becoming one of the first women to serve as a Member of Parliament in Greece. Actively participated in political activities during a time of significant change in the nation's history. Her contributions were noted during her leadership within the National Radical Union party. Engaged in numerous political debates and advocated for various social issues.
First female MP in the Greek Parliament
Leadership within the National Radical Union party
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