Ivane Javakhishvili

Georgian historian and academic

Ivane Javakhishvili - Georgian historian and academic
Born

April 11th, 1876
148 years ago

Died

November 18th, 1940
84 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Georgia

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Contributed to the study of Georgian history and culture. Focused on the medieval period and the development of the Georgian state. Served as a professor, emphasizing the importance of historical research. Established significant historical works that laid the foundation for future studies in the region.

Authored 'The History of Georgia'.

Founded the Institute of Georgian History.

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