Rudolf von Xylander

German military historian and author (1872-1946)
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Summary

Rudolf von Xylander was born on December 26, 1872[1], in Charleville-Mézières[2]. He died on February 18, 1946[3], in Munich[4]. He worked as a military historian[5] and author[6]. He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[7]

Key Facts

  • Place of burial: Nordfriedhof[8]
  • Father: Emil von Xylander[9]
  • Country of citizenship: Germany[10]
  • Award received: Albert Order[11]
  • Sex or gender: male[12]
  • Member of political party: German National People's Party[13], German Völkisch Freedom Party[14]
  • Military, police or special rank: generalmajor[15]
  • Participated in conflict: World War I[16]
  • Family name: von Xylander[17]
  • Given name: Rudolf[18]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[19]

FAQs

Where was Rudolf von Xylander born?

Rudolf von Xylander was born in Charleville-Mézières[2].

Where did Rudolf von Xylander die?

Rudolf von Xylander died in Munich[4].

Who were Rudolf von Xylander's parents?

Rudolf von Xylander's father was Emil von Xylander[9].

What did Rudolf von Xylander do for work?

Rudolf von Xylander worked as a military historian[5] and author[6].

What awards did Rudolf von Xylander receive?

Honors received include Albert Order[11].

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  2. [4] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  3. [12] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
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  13. [1] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  14. [3] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  15. [16] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  16. [17] ↑ . wikidata.org.
  17. [18] ↑ . Integrated Authority File. Retrieved . wikidata.org.
  18. [19] ↑ . wikidata.org.

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

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