Emanuel Salomon Friedberg-Mírohorský

1829–1908 (age 79)

Biography

Emanuel Salomon Friedberg-Mírohorský combined service as an army officer with a restless intellect, translating works, writing essays, and painting scenes that reflected both military discipline and artistic curiosity.

He championed Czech cultural institutions, shared his travels through lively memoirs, and his grave at Olšany Cemetery recalls the many hats he wore for his nation.