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Gregor Brück

German jurist (ca. 1485-1557) · Germany · On the map · Academics · Died at 72

Gregor Brück (1485-1557) was a 16th-century figure of the Reformation, and Saxon Chancellor. He is also known by his latinised name Gregorius Pontanus. His role in the early 16th century in Germany, as legal advisor to Martin Luther, may be said to earn him the title of Lawyer of the Reformation.

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Although now much forgotten or unknown, his contribution to European history was almost certainly world-changing.

Country
Germany
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1485 to 1557 · aged 72