Georg Weerth: Biography, Facts and Career
Who is Georg Weerth? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

Georg Ludwig Weerth (17 February 1822 – 30 July 1856) was a German writer and poet. Weerth's poems celebrated the solidarity of the working class in its fight for liberation from exploitation and oppression. He was a friend and companion of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, who described Georg Weerth as the first and most significant poet of the German proletariat.
Quick facts about Georg Weerth
- Full name: Georg Weerth
- Born: 1822-02-17
- Nationality: Principality of Lippe
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q78000
Profile compiled from public Wikipedia and Wikidata data. Details can change over time.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Georg Weerth?
Georg Ludwig Weerth (17 February 1822 – 30 July 1856) was a German writer and poet.
What nationality is Georg Weerth?
Georg Weerth is Principality of Lippe.
When was Georg Weerth born?
Georg Weerth was born on 1822-02-17.



