Maria Dietz

Overview

Maria Dietz (née Hilgers) born Düsseldorf, Germany February 7, 1894 (d. 1980). Teacher; pacifist; activist in world peace organization of mothers and teachers, 1930s; worked to ban war toys, and promote international understanding. Co-founded political organization Christian Social People's Party, 1945; two-term member of German parliament, 1949-57. (photo http://bit.ly/JQmdGU)