Hijri Dede

Iraqi Turkmen poet and writer

Hijri Dede - Iraqi Turkmen poet and writer
Born

1881
144 years ago

Died

December 11th, 1951
73 years ago — 70 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Iraq

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A prominent poet and writer from Iraq, contributed significantly to Turkmen literature. Focused on themes of Turkmen identity and culture throughout his work. Engaged in promoting the Turkmen language and heritage during a time of sociopolitical change. Served as a cultural figure in the region, influencing future generations of writers and poets.

Authored numerous poems in Turkmen

Advocated for Turkmen culture and literature

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