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Karl Vossler

German philologist romanist (1872-1949) · Germany · On the map · Writers · Died at 76

Karl Vossler was a German linguist and scholar, and a leading romance philologist. Vossler was known for his interest in Italian thought, and as a follower of Benedetto Croce. He declared his support of the German military by signing the Manifesto of the Ninety-Three in 1914.

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Honorary Doctor of the University of Madrid Complutense1944
Pour le Mérite for Sciences and Arts order
Honorary Golden Medal of the State Capital Munich

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However, he opposed the Nazi government, and supported many Jewish intellectuals at that time.

Country
Germany
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1872 to 1949 · aged 76