Hanna Hertsyk | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Hanna Pavlivna Hertsyk unknown Poltava |
| Died | Around 24 January 1752 unknown |
| Nationality | Ukrainian |
| Spouse | Pylyp Orlyk |
| Children | 3 sons 5 daughters |
| Parent | Pavlo Hertsyk Iryna Yablons`ka |
Hanna Hertsyk (died around 1752[1][2]), was a Ukrainian Hetmana by marriage to Pylyp Orlyk, Hetman of Ukraine (r. 1708-1742). She is known for her support of her spouse in the fight for an independent Ukraine during the Great Northern War and took responsibility for his affairs during his diplomatic missions in Europe. She joined him in exile and lived in Sweden in 1709–21, during which she corresponded with several rulers in Europe to support her husband's cause. She was the daughter of Pavlo Semenovych Hertsyk.