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Who are some lesser known important historical figures of Uzbekistan and what should people know about them?
I'm interested in learning about some lesser known important historical figures of Uzbekistan. Can you tell me about some and what they should be known for?
Sure, here are a few historical figures you may find interesting:

- Al-Khwarizmi: He was a mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 9th century and is considered the father of algebra.
- Ahmad Donish: He was a writer and poet who encouraged the use of the Uzbek language in literature.
- Sheikh Mukhtar-Vali: He was a philosopher and mystic who founded the Sufi order of the Kubrawiya.
- Abdulla Qodiriy: He was a writer and journalist who translated many works into Uzbek and fought for freedom of the press.