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Vilhelm Thomsen: Biography, Facts and Career

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Vilhelm Ludwig Peter Thomsen (25 January 1842 – 12 May 1927) was a Danish linguist and Turkologist. He successfully deciphered the Turkic Orkhon inscriptions which were discovered during the expedition of Nikolai Yadrintsev in 1889.

Quick facts about Vilhelm Thomsen

  • Full name: Vilhelm Thomsen
  • Born: 1842-01-25
  • Nationality: Kingdom of Denmark
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q171485

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Who is Vilhelm Thomsen?

Vilhelm Ludwig Peter Thomsen (25 January 1842 – 12 May 1927) was a Danish linguist and Turkologist.

What nationality is Vilhelm Thomsen?

Vilhelm Thomsen is Kingdom of Denmark.

When was Vilhelm Thomsen born?

Vilhelm Thomsen was born on 1842-01-25.

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