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Babken ArakelyanArmenian archaeologist, academician of the Academy of Sciences of the Armenian SSR.
Date of Birth: 01.02.1912
Country:  Armenia |
Content:
- Babken Arakelian: Armenian Archaeologist and Academician
- Military Service
- Research and Publications
- Honors and Awards
Babken Arakelian: Armenian Archaeologist and Academician
Early Life and EducationBabken Nikolaevich Arakelian was born in Armenia. He graduated from Yerevan State University in 1938.
Military Service
During World War II, Arakelian served from 1941 to 1945.Academic Career
After the war, Arakelian worked as a researcher in various scientific institutions. In 1954, he became an associate professor at Yerevan State University, and in 1955, a professor. In 1968, he became a corresponding member of the Academy of Sciences of the Armenian SSR, and in 1974, an academician. From 1959 to 1990, he headed the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Armenian SSR.
Research and Publications
Arakelian's primary research interests focused on the history and art of Armenia. He published numerous works on these topics.
Honors and Awards
Arakelian received the following honors and awards:Order of the Red Banner (1945)
Order of the Patriotic War, First Class (1985)
Order of the Patriotic War, Second Class (1945)
Order of the Red Star (1943)
Two Orders of the Order of the Badge of Honour
Medal for Courage (1943)
State Prize of the Armenian SSR (1978, 1986)
