Swiss philologist and lexicographer (1888–1971)
1888 — 1971
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Profession
Swiss philologist and lexicographer (1888–1971)
Born
May 18, 1888
Died
1971 (age ~83)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
university teacher, philologist, linguist
1888
Born in Riedholz (1888-05-18)
1953
AwardGrand Cross of the Civil Order of Alfonso X the Wise
1965
Awardhonorary doctorate from the University of Strasbourg
1971
Died in Basel
Frequently Asked Questions
Walther von Wartburg is Swiss philologist and lexicographer (1888–1971). Born in 1888.
Walther von Wartburg was born on May 18, 1888.
Walther von Wartburg died in 1971, at approximately 83 years of age.
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Walther — May 18, 1888
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Ben
Reed — authority, direction, purpose
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
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