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Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber

1841 – 1909

German meteorologist

Meteorologist
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About Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber

Lived 1841 – 1909 (aged 68). Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber was a German meteorologist.

Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber (14 July 1841 – 1 September 1909) was a German meteorologist.

Bebber was born in Grieth near Kalkar. He was a member of the Academy of Sciences Leopoldina. Bebber died in Hamburg.

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Important facts

Born
14 July 1841, Grieth
Birth century
19th century
Died
1 September 1909, Altona
Occupation
Meteorologist
Nationality
Kingdom of Prussia, Germany
Education
University of Bonn, University of Münster
Employers
Werner-von-Siemens-Gymnasium Weißenburg, Deutsche Seewarte
Awards
Order of the Red Eagle; Order of the Crown; Honorary member of the Physics Association (Frankfurt am Main, Germany)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber?

German meteorologist (1841–1909)

When was Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber born?

Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber was born on 14 July 1841 in Grieth.

When did Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber die?

Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber died on 1 September 1909 in Altona.

What was Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber's occupation?

Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber was a meteorologist.

What nationality was Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber?

Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber

· Wikidata: Q88235

· DBpedia: Wilhelm Jacob van Bebber

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