Walter Bion

Walter Bion

clergyman Switzerland

Walter Bion was a Zurich-based pastor who made significant contributions to social welfare in the late 19th century, notably by founding the first holiday colonies for underprivileged children. His initiatives aimed to provide these children with fresh air and healthy nourishment during the summer months, away from the moral dangers of urban life, thus addressing the needs of the less fortunate in society.

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0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
8,219
Power
665$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 8,654,622 8,219 $700,000 665$
Totals 1 8,654,622 8,219 $700,000 665$
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