THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME
George Frideric Handel
German-British Baroque composer (1685–1759)
George Frideric Handel was born on March 5, 1685 in Halle (Saale), Germany and died on April 14, 1759, aged 74.
March 5, 1685
George Frideric Handel died aged 74.
Died: April 14, 1759
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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.
- Birthplace
- Halle (Saale), Germany
- Professions
- violinist, harpsichordist, university teacher, composer, organist, impresario, opera composer
- Citizenship
- Kingdom of Great Britain, Holy Roman Empire, Brandenburg-Prussia
More about George Frideric Handel
- Zodiac sign
- Pisces
- Birth name
- Georg Friedrich Händel
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Questions people ask
How old was George Frideric Handel when they died?
George Frideric Handel died aged 74.
When is George Frideric Handel’s birthday?
George Frideric Handel’s recorded birthday is March 5.
Where was George Frideric Handel born?
George Frideric Handel was born in Halle (Saale), Germany.
What was George Frideric Handel’s name at birth?
George Frideric Handel’s recorded birth name is Georg Friedrich Händel.
When did George Frideric Handel die?
George Frideric Handel died on April 14, 1759.