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Gustav Hermann Nachtigal

German physician, consul-general and explorer of Central and West Africa (1834–1885)

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal was born on February 23, 1834 in Eichstedt and died on April 20, 1885, aged 51.

Born

February 23, 1834

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal died aged 51.

Died: April 20, 1885

Birthplace
Eichstedt
Professions
botanist, writer, diplomat, explorer, physician, botanical collector, Africanist
Citizenship
Kingdom of Prussia

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Zodiac sign
Pisces

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How old was Gustav Hermann Nachtigal when they died?

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal died aged 51.

When is Gustav Hermann Nachtigal’s birthday?

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal’s recorded birthday is February 23.

Where was Gustav Hermann Nachtigal born?

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal was born in Eichstedt.

When did Gustav Hermann Nachtigal die?

Gustav Hermann Nachtigal died on April 20, 1885.