Vicente Acosta
Salvadoran journalist and poet
Born
1867
158 years ago
Died
July 24th, 1908
117 years ago — 41 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
El Salvador
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A prominent figure in Salvadoran literature and journalism, contributions included poetry and insightful articles that highlighted social issues of the time. Active in the late 19th century, engaged in literary movements that shaped national identity. Published several works that were integral to the discourse on societal reform. Also contributed to the development of journalism in El Salvador, setting standards for future writers.
Wrote several influential poems
Contributed significantly to Salvadoran journalism
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