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Babken Arakelyan

1912 – 2004

Soviet historian

Historian Archaeologist
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About Babken Arakelyan

Lived 1912 – 2004 (aged 92). Babken Arakelyan was a Russian and Armenian historian and archaeologist.

Babken Nikolayi Arakelyan (; February 1, 1912 – August 16, 2004) was an Armenian historian and archeologist. He specialized in ancient and medieval Armenian history, culture and art.

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Important facts

Born
1 February 1912, Mrgashat
Birth century
20th century
Died
16 August 2004, Yerevan
Occupation
Historian, archaeologist
Nationality
Russian Empire, Soviet Union, Armenia
Positions held
Director
Awards
Order of the Red Banner; Order of the Red Star; Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd class; Deserved scientist of ArmSSR; Order of the Patriotic War, 1st class; Medal "For Courage"; Order of the Red Banner of Labour; Medal "For Labour Valour"; Medal "For the Defence of the Caucasus"; Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945"; Armenian SSR State Prize
Also known as
Babken Nikolayi Arakelyan, Arakelyan, Babken Nikolayi, Babken N. Arakelyan

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Babken Arakelyan?

Soviet historian (1912–2004)

When was Babken Arakelyan born?

Babken Arakelyan was born on 1 February 1912 in Mrgashat.

When did Babken Arakelyan die?

Babken Arakelyan died on 16 August 2004 in Yerevan.

What was Babken Arakelyan's occupation?

Babken Arakelyan was a historian and archaeologist.

What nationality was Babken Arakelyan?

Babken Arakelyan was Russian and Armenian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Babken Arakelyan

· Wikidata: Q4068460

· DBpedia: Babken Arakelyan

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