About Loeiz Herrieu
Lived 1879 – 1953 (aged 74). Loeiz Herrieu was a French historian, poet and writer.
Loeiz Herrieu or Louis Henrio (27 January 1879 in Lanester, then in Caudan – 22 May 1953 in Auray) was a Breton historian who wrote in his native language of Breton vannetais or Gwened-dialect Dihunamb. The son of a farmer, he was nicknamed Er Barh Labourér ("the peasant bard"). He wrote poetry and prose and also collected. He is best known for his World War I memoir.
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Who was Loeiz Herrieu?
French historian (1879–1953)
When was Loeiz Herrieu born?
Loeiz Herrieu was born on 27 January 1879 in Lanester.
When did Loeiz Herrieu die?
Loeiz Herrieu died on 22 May 1953 in Auray.
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Loeiz Herrieu was a historian, poet and writer.
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Loeiz Herrieu was French.
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