Sigurd Ottovich Schmidt
Historian and ethnographer of Russia
Born
May 15th, 1922
103 years ago
Died
May 22nd, 2013
12 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Russia
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Born in 1922, a prominent historian and ethnographer contributed to the study of the culture and history of various ethnic groups in Russia. Engaged in field research across Siberia and the Far East, the individual documented and analyzed the traditions, languages, and social structures of indigenous peoples. Published works include studies that provided insights into the complexities of Russian ethnicity and cultural interactions. Played an instrumental role in the establishment of ethnographic methodologies in the region.
Conducted extensive field research in Siberia
Published influential ethnographic studies
Advanced methodologies in cultural anthropology
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