Ernst von Lasaulx
German philologist and politician
Born
March 16th, 1805
220 years ago
Died
May 9th, 1861
163 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Germany
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Born in 1805, a significant philologist and politician, primarily focused on the study and promotion of classical languages. Contributed extensively to the fields of linguistics and education in Germany. Engaged in political activities that advocated for educational reform and liberal policies during a time of social upheaval in Europe. Participated actively in various scholarly societies and published numerous works that explored the relationship between language, culture, and politics.
Authored important texts on philology
Contributed to educational reforms in Germany
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