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Elizabeth A. A. von Oettingen

Elizabeth A. A. von Oettingen was a Swiss-American ethnologist and anthropologist, known for her research on indigenous cultures and social structures. She studied various societies, focusing on their customs, kinship systems, and cultural practices, contributing valuable insights into human diversity. Her work helped deepen understanding of how different communities organize their social lives and relationships. Her academic career included teaching and publishing scholarly articles, making her a respected figure in her field, particularly in the study of indigenous peoples and their social dynamics.