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Alexandre de Rhodes ( March 15, 1591 - November 5, 1660) was a French Jesuit missionary.

Born in Avignon, France. He entered the novitiate of the Society of Jesus at Rome on April 24, 1612.

Quc Ng , an alphabet based on the Roman character set, which is used today to write the Vietnamese language was introduced by Alexandre de Rhodes.

Alexandre de Rhodes died in Ispahan, PersiaPersia is the historical name for the state of Iran. The name was used in the West due to the ancient Greek name for Iran, Persis''. Persia is used to describe the nation of Iran, its people, or its ancient empire. The name Persia comes from a province in.

In 19431943 is the common year starting on Friday. Events January January 4 End of term for Culbert Olson, 29th Governor of California. He is succeeded by Earl Warren. January 11 The United States and United Kingdom give up territorial rights in China. January 1, the French colony of Indo-China issued a 30c postage stampA postage stamp is evidence of pre-paying a fee for postal services. Usually a small paper rectangle which is attached to an envelope, signifying that the person sending the letter or package has paid for delivery, it is the most popular alternative to us honoring him.

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