About Eduardo de la Barra
Lived 1839 – 1900 (aged 61). Eduardo de la Barra was a Chilean diplomat, writer, geographer, journalist and philosopher.
Eduardo de la Barra (1839–1900) was a Chilean writer, diplomat and geographer. De la Barra is known for his polemics, including his opposition to what he perceived as an excessive German cultural and scientific influence in Chile. For this purpose he coined the concept of a "the German bewichment" (, ). This earned him criticism as being himself a promoter of Latin culture ("romanizer").
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Who was Eduardo de la Barra?
Chilean diplomat (1839-1900)
When was Eduardo de la Barra born?
Eduardo de la Barra was born on 9 February 1839 in Santiago.
When did Eduardo de la Barra die?
Eduardo de la Barra died on 9 April 1900 in Valparaíso.
What was Eduardo de la Barra's occupation?
Eduardo de la Barra was a diplomat, writer, geographer, journalist and philosopher.
What nationality was Eduardo de la Barra?
Eduardo de la Barra was Chilean.
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· Wikipedia: Eduardo de la Barra
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