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Jaan Puhvel
Born (1932-01-24) 24 January 1932 (age 91) [1]
Tallinn, Estonia
Nationality
  • Estonian
Spouse Madli Puhvel  [ et ]
Awards Order of the White Star, Third Class (2001)
Academic background
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