Otto Emil Ravn

1881–1952 (age 71)

Biography

Otto Emil Ravn (1881–1952) devoted himself to assyriology, publishing meticulous studies and translations that opened ancient Near Eastern texts to new readers.

His quiet scholarship was matched by a generosity toward students, whom he encouraged to approach history with both curiosity and respect.

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