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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