French poet and diplomat (1887–1975). Saint-John Perse was born on 31 May 1887. Saint-John Perse is remembered as a poet, translator and diplomat, a citizen of France. Notable works include “Anabase”, “Amers” and “Praises”. Positions held included Secretary General of the French Foreign Affairs Ministry.
Before and after
- 1887Founding of Celtic F.C.
- 1887Establishment of Tongariro National Park
- 1887Founding of Nice Observatory
- 1887Heinrich Hertz generates radio waves
- 31 May 1887Birth of Saint-John Perse
- 24 June 1887Birth of Marc Chagall
- 26 July 1887Publication of Unua Libro
- 28 July 1887Birth of Marcel Duchamp
- 8 August 1887Birth of Shmuel Yosef Agnon
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