Ottho Gerhard Heldring | |
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Born | Zevenaar, Netherlands | 17 May 1804
Died | 11 July 1876 | (aged 72)
Nationality | Dutch |
Occupation | Preacher |
Ottho Gerhard Heldring (17 May 1804 – 11 July 1876) was a Dutch preacher and philanthropist who believed in justification through faith but also in social work. He was one of the early leaders of the Dutch temperance movement. He is known for establishing homes and schools for prostitutes wishing to start a new life and for vulnerable girls and young women.