Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben
Prussian officer and US Continental army general (1730-1794)
1730 — 1794
Quick Facts
Profession
Prussian officer and US Continental army general (1730-1794)
Born
September 17, 1730
Died
1794 (age ~64)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
military officer
Kingdom of PrussiaBorn in MagdeburgDied in Steuben
1730
Born in Magdeburg (1730-09-17)
1769
AwardOrder of Fidelity
1794
Died in Steuben
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben?+
Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben is Prussian officer and US Continental army general (1730-1794). Born in 1730.
What does the name Gerhard mean?+
The name Gerhard means "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is of German origin.
When was Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben born?+
Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben was born on September 17, 1730.
When did Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben die?+
Gerhard Wilhelm von Steuben died in 1794, at approximately 64 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert
The name Gerhard is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Gerard; diminutive form Gert". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gerhard — September 17, 1730
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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You earned every bit of respect you got.
— someone who served under you
We studied your tactics. Still relevant.
— a soldier
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