Katharina Von Bora
Religious Leader
Wife of Protestant Reformation leader Martin Luther. Prior to her marriage, she was a nun.
Disliking her life in the convent, she asked Martin Luther to assist her in her escape.
She married Martin Luther when she was in her mid-twenties and he was in his early forties.
She had six children with Martin Luther and also took care of several orphans.
She turned down several suitors before marrying Martin Luther.