Ghazaros Aghayan
Historian and linguist specializing in Armenian culture
Born
April 5th, 1840
185 years ago
Died
1911
114 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Armenia
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Contributed significantly to the field of Armenian linguistics and history. Engaged in extensive research and published numerous works that documented the rich heritage and language of Armenia. Focused on the preservation and promotion of the Armenian language and culture during a time of political upheaval. Played a pivotal role in educational reforms, advocating for the importance of linguistic and historical studies in Armenia.
Published works on Armenian linguistics
Contributed to the preservation of Armenian culture
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