Jalo Kalima
Finnish linguist (1884–1952)
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Summary
Jalo Kalima was born on November 24, 1884[1], in Sääminki[2]. He died on June 30, 1952[3], in Askola[4]. He worked as a linguist[5], translator[6], novelist[7], professor[8], and Finno-Ugrist[9]. He is known by 4 alternative names across languages and contexts.[10]
Key Facts
- Father: Hugo Kalima[11]
- Spouse: Toini Kalima[12]
- Child: Marita Kalima[13]
- Country of citizenship: Finland[14]
- Field of work: philology[15]
- Employer: University of Helsinki[16]
- Award received: Cross of Liberty, 4th Class[17], Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland[18], Memorial medal of the Winter War[19], Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta[20]
- Sex or gender: male[21]
- Country of origin: Russian Empire[22]
- Family name: Kalima[23], Landgren[24]
- Given name: Jalo[25], Lahja[26]
- Described by source: Writers in Finland 1809–1916[27]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Finnish[28]
- Sibling: Eino Kalima[29]
FAQs
Where was Jalo Kalima born?
Jalo Kalima's place of birth was Sääminki[2].
Where did Jalo Kalima die?
Jalo Kalima died in Askola[4].
Who were Jalo Kalima's parents?
Jalo Kalima's father was Hugo Kalima[11].
Who was Jalo Kalima married to?
Jalo Kalima's spouses include Toini Kalima[12].
What did Jalo Kalima do for work?
Jalo Kalima worked as a linguist[5], translator[6], novelist[7], professor[8], and Finno-Ugrist[9].
What awards did Jalo Kalima receive?
Honors received include Cross of Liberty, 4th Class[17], Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland[18], Memorial medal of the Winter War[19], and Commander of the Order of Polonia Restituta[20].