Silvio Zavala facts for kids
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Silvio Zavala
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| Born | February 7, 1909 |
| Died | December 4, 2014 (aged 105) Mexico City, Mexico
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| Occupation | Historian |
| Awards | Guggenheim Fellowship, 1937 National Prize for Arts and Sciences, 1969 |
Silvio Arturo Zavala Vallado (born February 7, 1909 – died December 4, 2014) was a famous Mexican historian. He was known for being a leader in studying the history of law and how Mexico's government and society were built.
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Life of Silvio Zavala
Early Years and Education
Silvio Zavala was born on February 7, 1909, in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico. He went to the National University of Mexico. Later, he studied at the University of Madrid in Spain. There, he earned a special degree called a Ph.D. in Law.
A Career in History and Public Service
Silvio Zavala started his work in Spain. He worked at the Center for Historic Studies in Madrid. He became a member of El Colegio Nacional on January 6, 1947. This is a very important group of thinkers in Mexico. He also joined the Board of the Chronicle of Mexico City.
He received many important awards for his work. These include the 1969 National Literature Award. He also got the Vasco de Quiroga Medal in 1986. The Rafael Heliodoro Valle Award came in 1988. He was also honored with the Eligio Ancona Medal and the Prince of Asturias Award.
From 1966 to 1975, Silvio Zavala served as Mexico's Ambassador to France. This means he represented Mexico in another country. He wrote more than 60 books and 250 articles. These writings helped people understand history better.
In May 2008, when he was 99 years old, he received a special honor. The National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) gave him an award. It was called the "Acknowledgment to a Lifetime Career." This award celebrated his work as a historian, scholar, and cultural supporter. Silvio Zavala passed away in Mexico City on December 5, 2014. He was 105 years old.
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