About Jenaro Gajardo Vera
Lived 1919 – 1998 (aged 78). Jenaro Gajardo Vera was a Chilean writer, painter, lawyer and poet.
Jenaro Gajardo Vera (Traiguén, Malleco Province, Chile, November 18, 1919 – Santo Domingo, San Antonio Province, Chile, May 3, 1998) was a Chilean lawyer, painter and poet. He is most notable for his 1954 claim of ownership of the Moon.
Biography
Jenaro Gajardo Vera was the sixth of ten brothers, son of medic Delfín Gajardo Merino and N. Vera. Although he worked as a painter and poet, Gajardo studied Spanish and law at University of Chile.
Goals
According to Gajardo, his goals were: To make a "poetic protest taking the side of the various potential inhabitants of the satellite," because he wanted a world without jealousy, hate, vices or violence. Acquire the Moon "to join the Social Club of Talca, which had a membership requirement of having a property."
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jenaro Gajardo Vera?
Chilean artist and writer (1919-1998)
When was Jenaro Gajardo Vera born?
Jenaro Gajardo Vera was born on 18 November 1919 in Traiguén.
When did Jenaro Gajardo Vera die?
Jenaro Gajardo Vera died on 3 May 1998 in Santo Domingo.
What was Jenaro Gajardo Vera's occupation?
Jenaro Gajardo Vera was a writer, painter, lawyer and poet.
What nationality was Jenaro Gajardo Vera?
Jenaro Gajardo Vera was Chilean.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jenaro Gajardo Vera
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