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Johann Faulhaber

German mathematician (1580-1635)

Johann Faulhaber has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists May 5, 1580 in Ulm, Germany.

Born

May 5, 1580

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: September 10, 1635

Source:

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Birthplace
Ulm, Germany
Professions
astrologer, mathematician, engineer

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: May 5, 1580 (MacTutor History of Mathematics archive; BnF authorities) or May 15, 1580 (No external source identified).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

May 15, 1580

Precision: day · Rank: normal

Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

    No external source identified

    More about Johann Faulhaber

    Birth name
    Johannes Faulhaber

    All birth date sources

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    Questions people ask

    Where was Johann Faulhaber born?

    Johann Faulhaber was born in Ulm, Germany.

    What was Johann Faulhaber’s name at birth?

    Johann Faulhaber’s recorded birth name is Johannes Faulhaber.

    When did Johann Faulhaber die?

    Johann Faulhaber died on September 10, 1635.