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Vladimir Dal

Russian lexicographer (1801-1872) · Russia · On the map · Academics · Died at 70

Vladimir Ivanovich Dal was a Russian lexicographer, speaker of many languages, Turkologist, and founding member of the Russian Geographical Society. During his lifetime, he compiled and documented Russian oral traditions, many of which became part of modern folklore.

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Constantin Medal
Order of St. Vladimir, 1st class
Medals of Turkish War 1828-1829
Order of Saint Anna, 3rd class
Order of St. Vladimir, 4th class

About this person

Country
Russia
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1801 to 1872 · aged 70