What Happened This Year 1881

People Who Died in 1881

Janez Bleiweis

Slovenian politician and journalist
Born
November 19th, 1808 216 years ago
Died
1881 144 years ago — 73 years old

Born in 1808, a prominent journalist and politician within the Slovene national movement. Contributed to the advancement of Slovene culture and language through journalism and public service. Played a significant role in the establishment of the Slovene National Party. Served as the mayor of the city of Ljubljana, implementing reforms that promoted local governance and civic engagement. Engaged in numerous publications that discussed social issues and championed Slovene rights.

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Anton Füster

Austrian priest and activist for justice
Born
January 5th, 1808 217 years ago
Died
1881 144 years ago — 73 years old

Served as a priest in Austria through the 19th century, advocating for social justice and supporting the rights of the oppressed. Engaged in activism that promoted fairness and equality, particularly during challenging socio-political times. Contributed to various movements seeking to address issues of injustice within society, thus leaving a legacy within religious and activist circles.

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