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Georg Freiherr von Gayl

1850 – 1927

Prussian officer, and General during World War I

Military officer Military personnel Politician

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About Georg Freiherr von Gayl

Lived 1850 – 1927 (aged 77). Georg Freiherr von Gayl was a German military officer, military personnel, politician and soldier.

Georg Freiherr von Gayl (25 February 1850, Berlin – 3 May 1927) was a Prussian officer, and General during World War I. He was a recipient of Pour le Mérite.

Awards Iron Cross of 1870, 2nd class Order of the Red Eagle, 2nd class with Oak Leaves and Swords (1901) Pour le Mérite (8 May 1918)

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Important facts

Born

25 February 1850, Berlin

Birth century

19th century

Died

3 May 1927, Słupsk

Occupation

Military officer, military personnel, politician, soldier

Nationality

Germany

Positions held

Member of the Prussian House of Lords

Awards

Pour le Mérite; Order of the Red Eagle 2nd Class; Albert Order

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Georg Freiherr von Gayl's

Johann Gottfried Galle

Frequently asked questions

Who was Georg Freiherr von Gayl?

Prussian officer, and General during World War I (1850-1927)

When was Georg Freiherr von Gayl born?

Georg Freiherr von Gayl was born on 25 February 1850 in Berlin.

When did Georg Freiherr von Gayl die?

Georg Freiherr von Gayl died on 3 May 1927 in Słupsk.

What was Georg Freiherr von Gayl's occupation?

Georg Freiherr von Gayl was a military officer, military personnel, politician and soldier.

What nationality was Georg Freiherr von Gayl?

Georg Freiherr von Gayl was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Georg Freiherr von Gayl

· Wikidata: Q104856

· DBpedia: Georg Freiherr von Gayl

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