Muazzez İlmiye Çığ
Turkish archaeologist and academician
Born
June 20th, 1914
110 years ago
Died
2024
1 years ago — 110 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Turkey
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Born in 1914, an archaeologist and academic focused on Anatolian civilizations. Conducted extensive research on the Hittites and their contributions to history. Worked at the Istanbul University and served as a faculty member, influencing the field of archaeology in Turkey. Authored numerous publications on the Bronze Age and was engaged in the conservation of archaeological sites.
Published significant research on Hittite culture
Contributed to the understanding of Anatolian archaeology
Advocated for the conservation of ancient sites
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