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Ghevont Alishan
Armenian Catholic priest, historian, and poet (1820–1901).
The record
Ghevont Alishan was an Armenian Catholic priest, historian, and poet. Born on 6 July 1820 in Constantinople, Alishan died on 9 November 1901 in San Lazzaro degli Armeni at the age of 81.
Positions held include editor-in-chief (1849–1851). Notable works include flag of Armenia. Honours include Knight of the Legion of Honour.
With a Wikipedia article in 21 languages, Ghevont Alishan is No. 85,934 in the People and Position Index.
- Born
- 6 July 1820, Constantinople
- Died
- 9 November 1901, San Lazzaro degli Armeni (aged 81)
- Country
- Kingdom of Lombardy–Venetia
- Known as
- Poet, historian, cleric
- Field
- Religion
- Languages
- Classical Armenian, French, Armenian
- Wikipedia editions
- 21
Did you know
29
Was 29 when first editor-in-chief (1849).
81
Lived to 81.
6 Jul
Shares a birthday with George W. Bush and Frida Kahlo.
160
One of 160 people in the Index born in Constantinople, with Julian.
21
Has a Wikipedia article in 21 languages.
Computed from the Index and Wikidata.
Career
Positions held
- 1849–1851Editor-in-chief
Honours and works
Awards
- Knight of the Legion of Honour1866
Notable works
- Flag of Armenia
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