A.J. van Koolwijk
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Antonius Johannes van Koolwijk OP (Winssen, 9 October 1836 – Hees, 1913) was a Dutch clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church. His notable contributions lie in the field of archeological research, particularly his studies on the indigenous culture of Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao during the late 19th century. Van Koolwijk is recognized as the pioneering archeologist of the ABC islands.
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Antonius Johannes van Koolwijk | |
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Born | (1836-10-09)9 October 1836 |
Died | 14 November 1913(1913-11-14) (aged 77) Hees |
Religion | Catholic |
Nationality | Dutch |
Parent(s) | Hendrik van Koolwijk Maria van Welie |
Known for | Archeological research in Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire Portrait Photography |
Profession | Pastor in Oranjestad (1880–1886) |
Occupation | Archeologist Ethnologist[1] |
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Order | Dominican Order |
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Profession | Pastor in Oranjestad (1880–1886) |
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