What Happened This Year 1820

Born in 1820

Božena Němcová

Czech author and poet, 'Babička'
Born
1820 205 years ago
Died
January 21st, 1862 163 years ago — 42 years old

An influential Czech author and poet, this individual was a leading figure in Czech literature during the 19th century. The literary work 'Babička' depicted rural life in Bohemia and has become a staple of Czech literature. Themes of family, tradition, and nature were prevalent in works, resonating with many readers of the time. Active in a time of national revival, the individual contributed to the Czech cultural and literary landscape. Besides writing, efforts to promote Czech language and culture also marked this person's contributions. Several stories captured the essence of Czech identity and served as a rallying point during a period of heightened national sentiment.

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John Tenniel

English illustrator of 'Alice's Adventures'
Born
1820 205 years ago
Died
February 25th, 1914 111 years ago — 94 years old

An English illustrator and political cartoonist, Tenniel is best recognized for his work with Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland' and its sequel 'Through the Looking-Glass'. Tenniel provided illustrations that combined fantasy and whimsy, cementing the visual character of the titles and influencing adaptations for generations. His career also included contributions to 'Punch' magazine, where he created satirical illustrations that commented on Victorian society. Tenniel's detailed and imaginative art won widespread acclaim, leading to his appointment as a knight in 1893.

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Alexander Serov

Russian composer and music critic
Born
1820 205 years ago
Died
February 1st, 1871 154 years ago — 51 years old

Contributed significantly to Russian music in the 19th century. Composed operas, symphonies, and choral works. Wrote critically acclaimed theoretical writings on music. Notably composed the opera "Rusalka", which reflects themes from Slavic folklore. In addition to composition, served as a music critic for various publications, influencing contemporary music discourse.

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