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Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg

1805 – 1875

German Baron and politician

PostmasterPolitician Head of government

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About Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg

Lived 1805 – 1875 (aged 69). Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg was a German postmaster, politician and head of government.

Eduard August Friedrich Freiherr von Schele zu Schelenburg (September 23, 1805 – February 13, 1875) was Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Hanover and the last Post Director General of the Thurn-und-Taxis Post in Frankfurt.

He was born and buried in Schelenburg.

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Important facts

Born

23 September 1805, Schelenburg

Birth century

19th century

Died

13 February 1875, Frankfurt

Occupation

Postmaster, politician, head of government

Nationality

Kingdom of Hanover, Kingdom of Prussia

Education

University of Göttingen

Positions held

Minister

Also known as

Eduard August Friedrich Freiherr von Schele zu Schelenburg

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg's

William Hyde Wollaston

Alexander von Humboldt

Frequently asked questions

Who was Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg?

German Baron and politician (1805-1875)

When was Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg born?

Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg was born on 23 September 1805 in Schelenburg.

When did Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg die?

Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg died on 13 February 1875 in Frankfurt.

What was Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg's occupation?

Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg was a postmaster, politician and head of government.

What nationality was Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg?

Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg

· Wikidata: Q1290674

· DBpedia: Eduard von Schele zu Schelenburg

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