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Rauf Hajiyev

Rauf Hajiyev (May 15, 1922 Baku-September 19, 1995) was an Azerbaijani personality.

He was an author, historian, and academician who played an important role in the cultural and political life of Azerbaijan. He graduated from Azerbaijan State University with a degree in philology and became a professor and later a dean of the faculty of philology. He wrote books on the history and culture of Azerbaijan, including the famous "History of the Azerbaijani People". He was also actively involved in the politics of Azerbaijan and was a member of the Azerbaijan Supreme Soviet. In 1990, he was elected as the chairman of the Azerbaijani Writers' Union. He was a recipient of many awards and honors, including the prestigious Order of Lenin. Despite suffering from severe health problems, he continued to write and contribute to the academic and cultural life of Azerbaijan until his death in 1995.

Hajiyev's contributions to the academic and cultural life of Azerbaijan were numerous. He was not only a prolific writer, but also a respected historian and researcher. His works on the history and culture of Azerbaijan were widely read and well-received by academics and the general public alike. In addition to his academic pursuits, he was also an influential figure in politics. He was a member of the Azerbaijan Communist Party and served as the chairman of the Azerbaijan Writers' Union during a time of significant political and social upheaval in the country. Despite being a communist, he was known for his moderate political views and his commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of Azerbaijan. In recognition of his contributions, Hajiyev was awarded many honors and awards, including the title of People's Writer of Azerbaijan and the Order of the Red Banner of Labour. His legacy continues to live on in Azerbaijan, where he is regarded as one of the most important cultural figures of the 20th century.

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