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Hermann Brockhaus (January 28, 1806 – January 5, 1877) was a German Orientalist born in Amsterdam. He was a leading authority on Sanskrit and Persian languages. He was the son of publisher Friedrich Arnold Brockhaus and brother-in-law to composer Richard Wagner. In 1870 he received a combined medal (together with (Fleischer, Pott and Rödiger) in occasion of the 25th anniversary of the DMG.

Quick facts about Hermann Brockhaus

  • Full name: Hermann Brockhaus
  • Born: 1806-01-28
  • Nationality: Kingdom of Saxony
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q78371

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Who is Hermann Brockhaus?

Hermann Brockhaus (January 28, 1806 – January 5, 1877) was a German Orientalist born in Amsterdam.

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Hermann Brockhaus is Kingdom of Saxony.

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Hermann Brockhaus was born on 1806-01-28.

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