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Willem Blaeu
Dutch cartographer, atlas maker and publisher (1571-1638)
Willem Blaeu was born in 1571 in Uitgeest, Netherlands and died in 1638.
Born
in 1571
Died: in 1638
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- Birthplace
- Uitgeest, Netherlands, Alkmaar
- Professions
- astronomer, instrument maker, printer, map maker, printmaker, cartographer, map drawer, publisher
- Citizenship
- Dutch Republic
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Family
- Child
- Joan Blaeu
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Questions people ask
Where was Willem Blaeu born?
Willem Blaeu was born in Uitgeest, Netherlands; Alkmaar.
When did Willem Blaeu die?
Willem Blaeu died in 1638.