Ea Jansen

Historian and academic in Estonia

Ea Jansen - Historian and academic in Estonia
Born

November 14th, 1921
103 years ago

Died

2005
20 years ago — 84 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Estonia

Links & References

Born in 1921, a prominent historian specializing in Estonian history and cultural studies. Contributed extensively to the academic field through publications and research focused on the historical narratives of Estonia. Held various academic positions at Estonian universities, influencing the study of national history. Engaged in editing and contributing to scholarly publications, enriching the discourse surrounding Estonia's past.

Published works on Estonian history

Developed educational programs in history

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