About Heinz Kohnen
Lived 1938 – 1997 (aged 59). Heinz Kohnen was a German geophysicist and polar explorer.
Heinz Kohnen (5 February 1938 – 25 July 1997) was a German scientist and geophysicist known for his work in polar research. Kohnen helped determine the site of the first German Antarctic station during an expedition from 1979-1980. Kohnen-Station, a field station on Dronning Maud Land, Antarctica, is named after him.
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Who was Heinz Kohnen?
geophysicist (1938-1997)
When was Heinz Kohnen born?
Heinz Kohnen was born on 5 February 1938 in Oberhausen.
When did Heinz Kohnen die?
Heinz Kohnen died on 25 July 1997 in Nienberge.
What was Heinz Kohnen's occupation?
Heinz Kohnen was a geophysicist and polar explorer.
What nationality was Heinz Kohnen?
Heinz Kohnen was German.
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