Richard von Volkmann

Richard von Volkmann (1830–1889) was a writer, university teacher and surgeon.

Also recorded as Richard Leander.

Overview

Also worked under the name Richard Leander.

Born at Leipzig in 1830, died at Jena in 1889.

In detail

Richard von Volkmann studied at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and University of Giessen. the recorded working language is German.

Employment is recorded with Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. Membership is recorded of German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina, Royal Academy of Medicine of Belgium and Corps Starkenburgia Gießen.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Order of Vasa, Order of the Red Eagle 3rd Class and Commander's Cross of the Order of the Crown of Prussia.

Sources

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    “Richard von Volkmann”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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