Oktay Efendiyev
Azerbaijani historian (1926–2013)
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Summary
Oktay Efendiyev was born on March 26, 1926[1], in Baku[2]. He died on February 26, 2013[3], in Baku[4]. He worked as a translator[5], orientalist[6], academic[7], historian[8], and medievalist[9]. He has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[10]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Soviet Union[11], Azerbaijan[12]
- Field of work: history[13], oriental studies[14]
- Educated at: Moscow Institute of Oriental Studies[15]
- Doctoral advisor: Boris Zakhoder[16]
- Award received: Shohrat Order[17], Order of the Badge of Honour[18], Medal "For Labour Valour"[19]
- Member of: Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences[20]
- Sex or gender: male[21]
- Academic degree: Doctor of Historical Sciences[22]
- Given name: Oktay[23]
- Name in native language: Oqtay Əfəndiyev[24]
Why It Matters
Oktay Efendiyev is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Oktay Efendiyev born?
Oktay Efendiyev was born in Baku[2].
Where did Oktay Efendiyev die?
Oktay Efendiyev passed away in Baku[4].
What did Oktay Efendiyev do for work?
Oktay Efendiyev worked as a translator[5], orientalist[6], academic[7], historian[8], and medievalist[9].
Where did Oktay Efendiyev go to school?
Oktay Efendiyev was educated at Moscow Institute of Oriental Studies[15].
What awards did Oktay Efendiyev receive?
Honors received include Shohrat Order[17], Order of the Badge of Honour[18], and Medal "For Labour Valour"[19].