Hana Benešová
1912–2012 (age 100)
Biography
Hana Benešová lived a long life spanning from 1912 to 2012, witnessing nearly a century of Czech history and cultural development. Her life encompassed the major transformations of twentieth-century Central Europe.
Benešová is remembered as part of an important generation in Czech history. Her longevity and presence through decades of change reflect the resilience and continuity of Czech society and culture.