Ferdinand May

German writer (1896-1977)
Person human Q1405611
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Summary

Ferdinand May was born on January 16, 1896[1], in Pfungstadt[2]. He died on November 8, 1977[3], in Lindenfels[4]. He worked as a dramaturge[5] and writer[6].

Key Facts

  • Spouse: Käte May[7]
  • Child: Gisela May[8]
  • Country of citizenship: Germany[9], German Democratic Republic[10]
  • Notable work: Der Freund der Sansculotten: Roman um Jean Paul Marat[11]
  • Award received: Patriotic Order of Merit in Bronze[12]
  • Sex or gender: male[13]
  • Member of political party: Socialist Unity Party of Germany[14], Social Democratic Party of Germany[15]
  • Commons category: Ferdinand May[16]
  • Family name: May[17]
  • Given name: Ferdinand[18]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[19]
  • Different from: Ferdinand May[20]

FAQs

Where was Ferdinand May born?

Ferdinand May's place of birth was Pfungstadt[2].

Where did Ferdinand May die?

Ferdinand May died in Lindenfels[4].

Who was Ferdinand May married to?

Ferdinand May's spouses include Käte May[7].

What did Ferdinand May do for work?

Ferdinand May worked as a dramaturge[5] and writer[6].

What awards did Ferdinand May receive?

Honors received include Patriotic Order of Merit in Bronze[12].

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  1. 25d ago · Printstream · 2026-09-23 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Sächsische biografie (gnd) id → 9339
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    Ddb person (gnd) id → 118579479
    Nationale thesaurus voor auteursnamen id → 117220604
    Place of birth → Pfungstadt
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