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Languages
English
Spouses
James Perkins, Ralph Williams
Education
St Dominic's Grammar School for Girls
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek < Biblical Hebrew (אֱלִישֶׁבַע)
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Betty Williams: Northern Irish peace activist (1943–2020).
Born in Belfast (died at age 76).
2 awards including Carl von Ossietzky Medal.
Studied at St Dominic's Grammar School for Girls.
AWARDS (2)
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Carl von Ossietzky Medal
WON
G
Nobel Peace Prize
WON
Biography
Elizabeth Williams was a peace activist from Northern Ireland. She was a co-recipient with Mairead Corrigan of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1976 for her work as a cofounder of Community of Peace People, an organisation dedicated to promoting a peaceful resolution to the Troubles in Northern Ireland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Betty Williams?
Betty Williams was born on and passed away on at the age of 76.
Where was Betty Williams born?
Betty Williams was born in Belfast.
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You can find more about Betty Williams on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
