Henrietta Hamlin

Biography

Henrietta Hamlin was an American missionary who dedicated her life to educational and religious work in the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century. She served as a representative of American Protestant missionary efforts in Constantinople, working to establish schools and provide humanitarian assistance to local communities.

Her missionary work reflected the broader engagement of Western religious organizations with Ottoman society during a period of significant cultural and social change. She was laid to rest at the Feriköy Protestant Cemetery, a testament to her long residence and service in Istanbul and her commitment to her faith and missionary calling.