Adam Olearius
Mathematician, Author
1603 – 1671
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Who was Adam Olearius?
Adam Olearius, born Adam Ölschläger or Oehlschlaeger, was a German scholar, mathematician, geographer and librarian. He became secretary to the ambassador sent by Frederick III, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp, to the Shah of Persia, and published two books about the events and observations during his travels.
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- Born
- Aug 16, 1603
Aschersleben - Nationality
- Germany
- Profession
- Education
- University of Leipzig
- Died
- Feb 22, 1671
Gottorf Castle
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on July 23, 2013
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