About Eugen Ortner
Lived 1890 – 1947 (aged 56). Eugen Ortner was a German writer and playwright.
Eugen Ortner (1890–1947) was a German playwright and writer. His works include the 1928 tragedy Meier Helmbrecht and an antisemitic stage version of Jud Süß, written to ingratiate himself with the new Nazi regime. He later concentrated on writing historical biographies and novels, including of George Frideric Handel in 1942.
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Who was Eugen Ortner?
German author
When was Eugen Ortner born?
Eugen Ortner was born on 26 November 1890 in Bavaria, German Empire.
When did Eugen Ortner die?
Eugen Ortner died on 19 March 1947 in Traunstein.
What was Eugen Ortner's occupation?
Eugen Ortner was a writer and playwright.
What nationality was Eugen Ortner?
Eugen Ortner was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Eugen Ortner. https://biography.guide/eugen-ortner/
MLA: "Eugen Ortner." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/eugen-ortner/.
Chicago: "Eugen Ortner." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/eugen-ortner/.
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