John Rhŷs
Welsh scholar and Celticist (1840–1915) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Not to be confused with John Rhys-Davies.
Sir John Rhŷs, PC, FBA (also spelled Rhys;[1] 21 June 1840 – 17 December 1915) was a Welsh scholar, fellow of the British Academy, Celticist and the first professor of Celtic at Oxford University.[2]
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Born | 21 June 1840 |
Died | 17 December 1915 (aged 75) Jesus College |
Occupation | Writer, philologist |
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Position held | Jesus Professor of Celtic (1877–1915) |
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