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Lönnrot was born in which century?

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Born in the 19th century, Elias Lönnrot, a renowned Finnish physician and folklorist, made significant contributions to preserving Finnish cultural heritage. His most notable achievement lies in compiling the seminal work "Kalevala," an epic poem that drew upon Finnish oral folklore and mythology, becoming a cornerstone of Finnish national identity and a masterpiece of world literature.
The Kalevala Quest: Exploring the Legendary Elias Lönnrot

The Kalevala Quest: Exploring the Legendary Elias Lönnrot

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