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Johan Huizinga

Dutch cultural historian (1872–1945)

Johan Huizinga was born on December 7, 1872 in Groningen, Netherlands and died on February 1, 1945, aged 72.

Born

December 7, 1872

Johan Huizinga died aged 72.

Died: February 1, 1945

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Birthplace
Groningen, Netherlands
Professions
linguist, painter, philosopher, art historian, university teacher, anthropologist, cultural historian, writer, historian, draftsperson, resistance fighter, Indologist
Citizenship
Kingdom of the Netherlands

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Zodiac sign
Sagittarius

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How old was Johan Huizinga when they died?

Johan Huizinga died aged 72.

When is Johan Huizinga’s birthday?

Johan Huizinga’s recorded birthday is December 7.

Where was Johan Huizinga born?

Johan Huizinga was born in Groningen, Netherlands.

When did Johan Huizinga die?

Johan Huizinga died on February 1, 1945.