Samantha Smith
Samantha Smith was an American schoolgirl and peace activist who became known for her letter to Soviet leader Yuri Andropov in 1983, advocating for peace during the Cold War. Her correspondence led to a visit to the Soviet Union, where she became a symbol of hope for youth and the potential for dialogue between nations.
Born on Jun 29, 1972 (52 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 4 | 8.50 | 0.16% | +10% | 341,243 | 598 | $24,000 | 42$ |
| Totals | 4 | 341,243 | 598 | $24,000 | 42$ |
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Iceland:
Samantha Smith scored the first goal of the women's Best League in football for 2025.
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Iceland:
Samantha Smith was the main player for Breiðablik in the last matches of the previous season and scored the first goal in the match against Stjarnan.
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Iceland:
Samantha Smith is mentioned as a player from Breiðabliki.
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Iceland:
Samantha Smith scored the first goal for Breiðablik in the match.
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Greece:
Samantha Smith was a young American activist invited by Andropov to the Soviet Union to symbolize peace.
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