Roland Wresinski
Anti-poverty activist (1917-1988)
1917 — 1988
Quick Facts
Profession
Anti-poverty activist (1917-1988)
Born
February 12, 1917
Died
1988 (age ~71)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
writer, politician, Catholic priest
FranceBorn in AngersDied in Suresnes
1917
Born in Angers (1917-02-12)
1957
Positionfounder (1957–1960)
1979
Positionmember of the French Economic, Social and Environmental Council (1979–1988)
1988
Died in Suresnes
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Roland Wresinski?+
Roland Wresinski is Anti-poverty activist (1917-1988). Born in 1917.
What does the name Roland mean?+
The name Roland means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From -, from lit=fame-land. Name of a paladin of Charlemagne in medieval French romance. Orlando.". It is of German origin.
When was Roland Wresinski born?+
Roland Wresinski was born on February 12, 1917.
When did Roland Wresinski die?+
Roland Wresinski died in 1988, at approximately 71 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From -, from lit=fame-land. Name of a paladin of Charlemagne in medieval French romance. Orlando.
The name Roland is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From -, from lit=fame-land. Name of a paladin of Charlemagne in medieval French romance. Orlando.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Roland
Roland — February 12, 1917
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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