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Wilhelm Hausenstein

1882 – 1957

German diplomat

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About Wilhelm Hausenstein

Lived 1882 – 1957 (aged 74). Wilhelm Hausenstein was a German art historian, journalist, diplomat, translator, writer and literary critic.

Wilhelm Hausenstein (17 June 1882 – 3 June 1957) was a German writer, journalist, art critic, historian and diplomat. He was the first German ambassador to France following World War II. In early 1955, Hausenstein retired; his successor was Vollrath von Maltzan.

Wilhelm Hausenstein Society The Wilhelm Hausenstein Society was founded in November 2001. to preserve the memory of Wilhelm Hausenstein and to promote the research and dissemination of his works. To this day, it organizes the Wilhelm-Hausenstein Symposia in Hornberg every two years.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Heidelberg University
Positions held
Ambassador of Germany to France, Ambassador
Awards
Great Cross with Star and Sash of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany; Grand Officer of the Legion of Honour; Literary Prize of the State Capital of Munich; Johann-Peter-Hebel-Preis

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm Hausenstein?

German diplomat (1882-1957)

When was Wilhelm Hausenstein born?

Wilhelm Hausenstein was born on 17 June 1882 in Hornberg.

When did Wilhelm Hausenstein die?

Wilhelm Hausenstein died on 3 June 1957 in Munich.

What was Wilhelm Hausenstein's occupation?

Wilhelm Hausenstein was an art historian, journalist, diplomat, translator, writer and literary critic.

What nationality was Wilhelm Hausenstein?

Wilhelm Hausenstein was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm Hausenstein

· Wikidata: Q77851

· DBpedia: Wilhelm Hausenstein

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