Franz Boas
German-American anthropologist
1858 — 1942
Quick Facts
Profession
German-American anthropologist
Born
July 9, 1858
Died
1942 (age ~84)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
curator, geographer, university teacher
German EmpireBorn in MindenDied in New York City
1858
Born in Minden (1858-07-09)
1928
Positionpresident of the Linguistic Society of America (1928–1929)
1942
Died in New York City
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Franz Uri Boas was a German-American anthropologist and ethnomusicologist. He was a pioneer of modern anthropology who has been called the "Father of American Anthropology". His work is associated with the movements known as historical particularism and cultural relativism.
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Who is Franz Boas?+
Franz Uri Boas was a German-American anthropologist and ethnomusicologist. He was a pioneer of modern anthropology who has been called the "Father of American Anthropology". His work is associated with the movements known as historical particularism and cultural relativism.
What does the name Franz mean?+
The name Franz means "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is of German origin.
When was Franz Boas born?+
Franz Boas was born on July 9, 1858.
When did Franz Boas die?+
Franz Boas died in 1942, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.
The name Franz is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin, rare in English.. Etymology: From Franz. Francis.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Franz — July 9, 1858
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
Legend.
— anon
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