About Wilhelm Dreesen
Lived 1840 – 1926 (aged 86). Wilhelm Dreesen was a German and Danish photographer, swimming instructor, trumpeter and artist.
Wilhelm Anton Georg Dreesen (31 March 1840, Rendsburg – 18 December 1926, Flensburg) was a German-Danish photographer. He was involved with the Künstlerkolonie Ekensund. Many of his works were lost in the bombing of Hamburg during World War II.
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Who was Wilhelm Dreesen?
German photographer (1840–1926)
When was Wilhelm Dreesen born?
Wilhelm Dreesen was born on 31 March 1840 in Rendsburg.
When did Wilhelm Dreesen die?
Wilhelm Dreesen died on 18 December 1926 in Flensburg.
What was Wilhelm Dreesen's occupation?
Wilhelm Dreesen was a photographer, swimming instructor, trumpeter and artist.
What nationality was Wilhelm Dreesen?
Wilhelm Dreesen was German and Danish.
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