Krikor Odian
Ottoman Armenian jurist, politician and writer
About Krikor Odian
Lived 1834 – 1887 (aged 52). Krikor Odian was a Turkish public figure, opinion journalist, lawyer and writer.
Krikor Odian (, December 9, 1834 Istanbul, Ottoman Empire - August 6, 1887, Paris, France) was an Ottoman Armenian jurist, politician, and writer.
He was a key figure in the establishment of the Armenian National Constitution and the Ottoman constitution of 1876. He was the uncle of the famed Armenian playwright and writer Yervant Odian.
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Who was Krikor Odian?
Ottoman Armenian jurist, politician and writer
When was Krikor Odian born?
Krikor Odian was born on 9 December 1834 in Istanbul.
When did Krikor Odian die?
Krikor Odian died on 6 August 1887 in 16th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Krikor Odian's occupation?
Krikor Odian was a public figure, opinion journalist, lawyer and writer.
What nationality was Krikor Odian?
Krikor Odian was Turkish.
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