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Jesús Silva Herzog

1892 – 1985

Mexican economist and historian laureated with the National Prize for Artsjklñ{} and Sciences

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About Jesús Silva Herzog

Lived 1892 – 1985 (aged 92). Jesús Silva Herzog was a Mexican economist, historian, journalist and politician, known for Mexican Revolution.

Jesús Silva Herzog (14 November 1892 – 13 March 1985) was a Mexican economist and historian specialized in the Mexican Revolution and a member of the National College. He received the National Prize for Arts and Sciences in 1962. His son, former secretary of finance Jesús Silva Herzog Flores, and grandson, , are also prominent in Mexico's political and intellectual life.

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Important facts

Born

15 November 1892, San Luis Potosí

Birth century

19th century

Died

13 March 1985, Mexico City

Occupation

Economist, historian, journalist, politician

Nationality

Mexico

Known for

Mexican Revolution

Employers

Fondo de Cultura Económica, National Autonomous University of Mexico

Awards

Honorary doctor of the University of Toulouse; National Prize for Arts and Sciences; Belisario Domínguez Medal of Honor; Honorary Doctorate from the National Autonomous University of Mexico; Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic

Also known as

Jesus Silva Herzog

Family & relationships

Child

Jesús Silva Herzog Flores

Contemporaries

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Ferdinand von Lindemann

1852 – 1939

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Santiago Ramón y Cajal

Heike Kamerlingh Onnes

Theoretical physicist

Henri-Alexandre Deslandres

1853 – 1948

Astronomer

Frequently asked questions

Who was Jesús Silva Herzog?

Mexican economist and historian laureated with the National Prize for Artsjklñ{} and Sciences (1892-1985)

When was Jesús Silva Herzog born?

Jesús Silva Herzog was born on 15 November 1892 in San Luis Potosí.

When did Jesús Silva Herzog die?

Jesús Silva Herzog died on 13 March 1985 in Mexico City.

What was Jesús Silva Herzog's occupation?

Jesús Silva Herzog was an economist, historian, journalist and politician.

What was Jesús Silva Herzog known for?

Jesús Silva Herzog was known for Mexican Revolution.

What nationality was Jesús Silva Herzog?

Jesús Silva Herzog was Mexican.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jesús Silva Herzog

· Wikidata: Q1900396

· DBpedia: Jesús Silva Herzog

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