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Karl von Heygendorff

1806 – 1895

German general, illegitimate son of Karl August, Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach

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Lived 1806 – 1895 (aged 88). Karl von Heygendorff was a German military officer and military personnel.

Karl von Heygendorff (25 December 1806, in Weimar – 17 February 1895, in Dresden) was a German officer in the army of the Kingdom of Saxony, rising to major general.

Life He was the illegitimate son of Karl August, Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach and his lover, the actor Karoline Jagemann. His godfather was Goethe.

Marriage and issue He married three times: on 1 June 1831, to Meta Abegg; this marriage produced three sons (the first of whom died in infancy) before Meta died in childbirth (1835) after delivery of the last. on 10 October 1836 to Therese von Watzdorf; they had one son and three daughters before the death of Therese in 1841. on 24 December 1848, to Rosa, Freiherrin von Koenneritz. They had one son.

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Important facts

Born
25 December 1806, Weimar
Birth century
19th century
Died
17 February 1895, Dresden
Occupation
Military officer, military personnel
Nationality
German Empire
Awards
Order of the Rue Crown; Service Award; Order of the Red Eagle 4th Class; Knight of the Order of Leopold (Austria); Commander of the Order of the White Falcon; Knight Officer of the Order of the Saxe-Ernestine; Großherzoglich Sächsische Ehejubiläumsmedaille

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Karl von Heygendorff?

German general, illegitimate son of Karl August, Grand Duke of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach (1806-1895)

When was Karl von Heygendorff born?

Karl von Heygendorff was born on 25 December 1806 in Weimar.

When did Karl von Heygendorff die?

Karl von Heygendorff died on 17 February 1895 in Dresden.

What was Karl von Heygendorff's occupation?

Karl von Heygendorff was a military officer and military personnel.

What nationality was Karl von Heygendorff?

Karl von Heygendorff was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Karl von Heygendorff

· Wikidata: Q108621

· DBpedia: Karl von Heygendorff

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