About Jenő Zichy
Lived 1837 – 1906 (aged 69). Jenő Zichy was a Hungarian politician and explorer.
Count Jenő Zichy (5 July 1837, Sárszentmihály - Merano, 26 December 1906, Merano), was a Hungarian nobleman, writer, orientalist and politician.
The Zichy expeditions Zichy was interested in uncovering the "cradle of Magyardom" and funded a number of expeditions.
He is buried in the Kerepesi Cemetery, Budapest.
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Who was Jenő Zichy?
Hungarian politician (1837-1906)
When was Jenő Zichy born?
Jenő Zichy was born on 5 July 1837 in Sárszentmihály.
When did Jenő Zichy die?
Jenő Zichy died on 26 December 1906 in Merano.
What was Jenő Zichy's occupation?
Jenő Zichy was a politician and explorer.
What nationality was Jenő Zichy?
Jenő Zichy was Hungarian.
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