Halet Çambel
Turkish archaeologist and fencer (1916–2014) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Halet Çambel (27 August 1916 – 12 January 2014) was a Turkish archaeologist and Olympic fencer. She was the first woman with a Muslim background to compete in the Olympic Games.[1]
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Halet Çambel | |
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Born | (1916-08-27)27 August 1916 |
Died | 12 January 2014(2014-01-12) (aged 97) Istanbul, Turkey |
Resting place | Akyaka, Muğla, Turkey |
Nationality | Turkish |
Education | Archaeology |
Alma mater | |
Occupation | Archaeologist |
Spouse | Nail Çakırhan |
Awards | Prince Claus Award |
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