Robert von Schlagintweit

Robert von Schlagintweit (1833–1885) was a German explorer, photographer and geographer.

Robert von Schlagintweit in brief

Born
1833
Died
1885
Known for
explorer, photographer, geographer, botanical collector, scientific collector and geologist
Place of birth
Munich
Contents

Overview

Born at Munich in 1833, died at Giessen in 1885.

In detail

the recorded working language is German.

Employment is recorded with University of Giessen. Membership is recorded of Royal Academy of Exact, Physical and Natural Sciences and Schlagintweit brothers.

Distinctions recorded are Grande Médaille d'Or des Explorations and Gold medal of the Royal proof of gratitude.

Sources

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    “Robert von Schlagintweit”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q95250: Robert von Schlagintweit

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