About Henri Gaidoz
Lived 1842 – 1932 (aged 89). Henri Gaidoz was a French ethnologist and archaeologist.
Henri Gaidoz (1842–1932), was a collector and researcher of materials relating to folklore. His works and expertise was in the fields of philology, Celtic studies, archaeology, religion, and mythology.
In addition to his extensive collection of extracts and other materials, he sought to elevate the fields of folklore and mythology to a level of professionalism; Gaidoz founded two journals, Melusine and Revue Celtique. He opposed many contemporary views, and lampooned the writer Max Müller in an article that proved he 'was a solar myth'.
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Who was Henri Gaidoz?
folklorist (1842–1932)
When was Henri Gaidoz born?
Henri Gaidoz was born on 28 July 1842 in Paris.
When did Henri Gaidoz die?
Henri Gaidoz died on 1 April 1932 in Paris.
What was Henri Gaidoz's occupation?
Henri Gaidoz was an ethnologist and archaeologist.
What nationality was Henri Gaidoz?
Henri Gaidoz was French.
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