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David Hilbert

German mathematician (1862–1943)

David Hilbert was born on January 23, 1862 in Kaliningrad, Russia and died on February 14, 1943, aged 81.

Born

January 23, 1862

David Hilbert died aged 81.

Died: February 14, 1943

Birthplace
Kaliningrad, Russia, Znamensk, Russia
Professions
physicist, mathematician, philosopher of mathematics, logician, philosopher, university teacher
Citizenship
Kingdom of Prussia, Nazi Germany, German Empire, Weimar Republic

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Zodiac sign
Aquarius

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How old was David Hilbert when they died?

David Hilbert died aged 81.

When is David Hilbert’s birthday?

David Hilbert’s recorded birthday is January 23.

Where was David Hilbert born?

David Hilbert was born in Kaliningrad, Russia; Znamensk, Russia.

When did David Hilbert die?

David Hilbert died on February 14, 1943.