Kerstin Hesselgren
Kerstin Hesselgren (14 January 1872 – 19 August 1962) was a Swedish politician. Hesselgren became the first woman to be elected into the Upper House of the Swedish Parliament after female suffrage was introduced in 1921. She was elected by suggestion of the Liberals with support from the Social democrats.
Kerstin Hesselgren | |
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Kerstin Hesselgren | |
| Member of Parliament Upper Chamber | |
| In office 1921–1944 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 14 January 1872 Torsåker, Gästrikland |
| Died | 19 August 1962 Stockholm |
| Political party | liberal, Independent |
| First woman in the Swedish Upper Chamber | |
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