Alfred Ploetz: Biography, Facts and Career
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Alfred Ploetz (22 August 1860 – 20 March 1940) was a German physician, biologist, Social Darwinist, and eugenicist known for coining the term racial hygiene (Rassenhygiene), a form of eugenics, and for promoting the concept in Germany.
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- Full name: Alfred Ploetz
- Born: 1860-08-22
- Nationality: German Reich
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q66296
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Who is Alfred Ploetz?
Alfred Ploetz (22 August 1860 – 20 March 1940) was a German physician, biologist, Social Darwinist, and eugenicist known for coining the term racial hygiene (Rassenhygiene), a form of eugenics, and for promoting the concept in Germany..
What nationality is Alfred Ploetz?
Alfred Ploetz is German Reich.
When was Alfred Ploetz born?
Alfred Ploetz was born on 1860-08-22.
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