Amado Alonso
Amado Alonso was a prominent Spanish linguist and literary scholar, best known for his contributions to the study of Spanish language and literature. Born in 1896 in Spain, he later emigrated to Argentina due to the Spanish Civil War, where he became a leading figure in the intellectual community. He was closely associated with notable literary figures, including Federico García Lorca, and played a crucial role in the development of modern linguistics and literary criticism in the Spanish-speaking world. Alonso's work emphasized the importance of context and cultural background in understanding language, and he remained active in academia until his death in 1952.
Born on Jan 01, 1896 (129 years old)
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Amado Alonso is referenced as a linguist and ancestor of Dolores Albarracín, who sought Spanish citizenship through him.
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