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Hans Kienle

1895 – 1975

German astrophysicist and astronomer

Astrophysicist Astronomer University teacher

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About Hans Kienle

Lived 1895 – 1975 (aged 79). Hans Kienle was a German astrophysicist, astronomer and university teacher.

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Important facts

Born

22 October 1895, Kulmbach

Birth century

19th century

Died

15 February 1975, Heidelberg

Occupation

Astrophysicist, astronomer, university teacher

Nationality

Germany

Education

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Employers

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, University of Göttingen, Heidelberg University, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Awards

Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order; Knight Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany

Also known as

Johann Georg Kienle

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Hans Kienle's

Frequently asked questions

Who was Hans Kienle?

German astrophysicist and astronomer (1895–1975)

When was Hans Kienle born?

Hans Kienle was born on 22 October 1895 in Kulmbach.

When did Hans Kienle die?

Hans Kienle died on 15 February 1975 in Heidelberg.

What was Hans Kienle's occupation?

Hans Kienle was an astrophysicist, astronomer and university teacher.

What nationality was Hans Kienle?

Hans Kienle was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Hans Kienle

· Wikidata: Q125716

· DBpedia: Hans Kienle

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