About Wilhelm Merck
Lived 1833 – 1899 (aged 65). Wilhelm Merck was a German chemist and entrepreneur.
Christoph Wilhelm Ludwig Merck (11 October 1833 – 12 January 1899) was a German chemist and business executive, who served as senior partner and CEO of the chemical and pharmaceutical company Merck from 1885 until his death in 1899.
Wilhelm Merck was the youngest son of Emanuel Merck (1794–1855) and joined the family company in 1860; he became the company's head in 1885. He also served as president of the chamber of commerce of Darmstadt from 1882 to 1896.
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Who was Wilhelm Merck?
German chemist (1833–1899)
When was Wilhelm Merck born?
Wilhelm Merck was born on 11 October 1833 in Darmstadt.
When did Wilhelm Merck die?
Wilhelm Merck died on 12 January 1899 in Darmstadt.
What was Wilhelm Merck's occupation?
Wilhelm Merck was a chemist and entrepreneur.
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Wilhelm Merck was German.
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