Berendina

Jonkvrouw Jacoba Berendina van Heemskerck van Beest (1876-1923) was a Dutch painter, stained glass designer and graphic artist who worked in several modern genres. She specialized in abstract landscapes and still-lifes.

Berendina "Bets" Dekens (later de Vries, 1906 – 1992) was a Dutch discus thrower. She competed at the 1928 Summer Olympics and finished in 17th place with her all-time best throw of 29.36 meters.

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This was the first women's track and field event to be completed in Olympic Games history.