Halet Çambel
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.
Halet Çambel | |
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| Born | 27 August 1916 |
| Died | 12 January 2014 (aged 97) Istanbul, Turkey |
| Resting place | Akyaka, Muğla, Turkey |
| Nationality | Turkish |
| Education | Archaeology |
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| Occupation | Archaeologist |
| Spouse | Nail Çakırhan |
| Awards | Prince Claus Award |
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