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Frances E. Henne

1906-10-11 – 1985-12-21

Life & Legacy

Frances E. Henne (October 11, 1906 – December 21, 1985) was an American librarian and a long-time professor at the Columbia University School of Library Service. Henne pursued a life of education and became a leader and expert in creating standards for school librarians. In 1999, American Libraries named her one of the "100 Most Important Leaders We Had in the 20th Century."

Occupation & Career

librarian, author, educator

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Library Hall of Fame; Joseph W. Lippincott Award

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Honors & Awards

Joseph W. Lippincott Award · Library Hall of Fame

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q5478612 — wikidata View source

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