Literature · Activism · 1842–1910
Maria Konopnicka — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 23 May 1842 · Died: 8 October 1910 · Age at death: 68
How old was Maria Konopnicka when she died?
Maria Konopnicka died aged 68. She was born on 23 May 1842 and died on 8 October 1910.
Polish poet and writer who advocated for women's rights
Did you know?She wrote the lyrics to a famous patriotic song that was once a strong contender to become the national anthem of Poland.
Maria Konopnicka (Polish pronunciation:; née Wasiłowska; 23 May 1842 – 8 October 1910) was a Polish poet, novelist, children's writer, translator, journalist, critic and activist for women's rights and for Polish independence. She used pseudonyms, including Jan Sawa.
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- Age at death
- 68
- Years since death
- 116
- Born
- May 23, 1842 · Suwałki, Poland
- Died
- October 8, 1910
- Cause of death
- Pneumonia
- Nationality
- Russian
- Known for
- Literature, Activism
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