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Hermann Wissmann

German explorer and colonial administrator in Africa (1853-1905) · Historical Figures · Died at 51

Hermann Wilhelm Leopold Ludwig Wissmann, after 1890 Hermann von Wissmann, was a German military officer, colonial explorer and served as an administrator for King Leopold II of Belgium. He later served the Prussian empire and its African colonies.

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Patron’s Medal1888
Carl-Ritter-Medal1883
Order of the Red Eagle 3rd Class

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Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1853 to 1905 · aged 51