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Karen Olsen Beck (1930-2025) - Find a Grave...

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First Lady. Rita Karen Olsen Beck was a Danish-American sociologist and political figure who twice served as First Lady of Costa Rica during the presidencies of José Figueres Ferrer.She served as First Lady from 1954 to 1958 during her husband's second presidential term and again from 1970 to 1974 during his third. In this role, she transcended the traditional ceremonial expectations, becoming an advocate for social reform.Her initiatives center…
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Karen Olsen Beck (1930-2025) - Find a Grave...

First Lady. Rita Karen Olsen Beck was a Danish-American sociologist and political figure who twice served as First Lady of Costa Rica during the presidencies of José Figueres Ferrer.She served as First Lady from 1954 to 1958 during her husband's second presidential term and again from 1970 to 1974 during his third. In this role, she transcended the traditional ceremonial expectations, becoming an advocate for social reform.Her initiatives center…

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