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It happened today: Zenta Mauriņa's Birth Anniversary

Published: December 21, 2025  ·  Period: 2025-12-15

This insight lists historic events that occurred on the same day in the past.

Zenta Mauriņa, born on December 15, 1897, was a notable Latvian writer and philologist. Despite being disabled by polio, she made significant contributions to literature and academia. After fleeing Latvia during World War II, she lived in various countries and eventually passed away in Basel, Switzerland, where she was also buried. Her work includes numerous books on Latvian literature and translations, showcasing her engagement with both Latvian and German literary traditions. See wikipedia for more information.



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