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August Wilhelm von Hofmann

German chemist (1818–1892)

August Wilhelm von Hofmann was born on April 8, 1818 in Giessen, Germany and died on May 5, 1892, aged 74.

Born

April 8, 1818

August Wilhelm von Hofmann died aged 74.

Died: May 5, 1892

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Birthplace
Giessen, Germany
Professions
chemist, university teacher
Citizenship
Grand Duchy of Hesse

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How old was August Wilhelm von Hofmann when they died?

August Wilhelm von Hofmann died aged 74.

When is August Wilhelm von Hofmann’s birthday?

August Wilhelm von Hofmann’s recorded birthday is April 8.

Where was August Wilhelm von Hofmann born?

August Wilhelm von Hofmann was born in Giessen, Germany.

When did August Wilhelm von Hofmann die?

August Wilhelm von Hofmann died on May 5, 1892.