Gerhard Fanselau

university teacher (1904-1982)
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Summary

Gerhard Fanselau was born on April 30, 1904[1], in Leipzig[2]. He died on April 28, 1982[3], in Potsdam[4]. He worked as a university teacher[5] and geophysicist[6]. He is known by 3 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: German Democratic Republic[8]
  • Employer: Leipzig University[9], Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin[10]
  • Educated at: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin[11]
  • Award received: Patriotic Order of Merit in Silver[12]
  • Member of: German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina[13]
  • Sex or gender: male[14]
  • Member of political party: Nazi Party[15]
  • Doctoral student: Heinz Stiller[16], Wigor Webers[17], Adolf Best[18], Hans-Günther Körber[19]
  • Family name: Fanselau[20]
  • Given name: Gerhard[21]
  • Work location: Leipzig[22]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[23]

FAQs

Where was Gerhard Fanselau born?

Gerhard Fanselau's place of birth was Leipzig[2].

Where did Gerhard Fanselau die?

Gerhard Fanselau passed away in Potsdam[4].

What did Gerhard Fanselau do for work?

Gerhard Fanselau worked as a university teacher[5] and geophysicist[6].

Where did Gerhard Fanselau go to school?

Gerhard Fanselau was educated at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin[11].

What awards did Gerhard Fanselau receive?

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

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  1. [7] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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