Jan Schenkman
Dutch teacher and poet (1806–1863)
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Jan Schenkman (born 1 October 1806 in Amsterdam, Netherlands - died 4 May 1863 in Amsterdam, Netherlands) was a Dutch teacher, poet, and author of books for children.[1] He is best remembered for writing several traditional songs sung during the Sinterklaas holidays. He also wrote the book Saint Nicholas and his Servant (1850).
Born1 October 1806
Died4 May 1863 (aged 56)
Amsterdam, Kingdom of the Netherlands
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| Born | 1 October 1806 |
| Died | 4 May 1863 (aged 56) Amsterdam, Kingdom of the Netherlands |