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William Elliot Griffis

American protestant minister and Japanologist (1843-1928) · United States · On the map · Writers · Died at 84

William Elliot Griffis was an American orientalist, Congregational minister, lecturer, and prolific author.

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Order of the Rising Sun, 3rd class

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Country
United States
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1843 to 1928 · aged 84