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Léon de Herckenrode

1818 – 1880

Belgian genealogist

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About Léon de Herckenrode

Lived 1818 – 1880 (aged 62). Léon de Herckenrode was a Belgian genealogist.

Baron Jacques Salomon François Joseph Léon de Herckenrode (1818–1880) was a Belgian genealogist.

Life Herckenrode was born in Huy on 15 March 1818, the son of Auguste-Joseph de Herckenrode and Pauline-Charlotte de Berlaere. He spent most of his life in Sint-Truiden.

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Important facts

Born
15 March 1818, Huy
Birth century
19th century
Died
22 October 1880, Ghent
Occupation
Genealogist
Nationality
Belgium
Also known as
Leon de Herckenrode

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Léon de Herckenrode?

Belgian genealogist (1818–1880)

When was Léon de Herckenrode born?

Léon de Herckenrode was born on 15 March 1818 in Huy.

When did Léon de Herckenrode die?

Léon de Herckenrode died on 22 October 1880 in Ghent.

What was Léon de Herckenrode's occupation?

Léon de Herckenrode was a genealogist.

What nationality was Léon de Herckenrode?

Léon de Herckenrode was Belgian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Léon de Herckenrode

· Wikidata: Q4500900

· DBpedia: Léon de Herckenrode

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