Évariste Régis Huc
Évariste Régis Huc was a French explorer, writer, missionary, translator and catholic theologian (1813–1860). He was born in Caylus and died in Paris.
Also recorded as Evariste Régis Huc · Evariste Regis Huc · Abbé Huc · Abbe Huc
Évariste Régis Huc
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- Born
- 1813 · Caylus.
- Died
- 1860 · Paris.
- Nationality
- France
- Occupation
- explorer · writer · missionary · translator · catholic theologian
- Honours
- Knight of the Legion of Honour
- Languages
- French
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Identity and origins
The authorities additionally record the headings Evariste Régis Huc, Evariste Regis Huc, Abbé Huc, Abbe Huc and Évariste Huc. His recorded language was French. His recorded confession was Catholic Church.
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Life and career
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1813
Évariste Régis Huc born at Caylus.
1860
Évariste Régis Huc died at Paris.
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Caylus.
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Paris.
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Literature
Literature
Encounters on the Edges: Évariste Régis Huc, China Through European Eyes, 2022
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