Magnus von Braun
German and later American aerospace engineer and space architect (1912–1977)
1912 — 1977
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Profession
German and later American aerospace engineer and space architect (1912–1977)
Born
March 23, 1912
Died
1977 (age ~65)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
military personnel, physicist, inventor
West GermanyBorn in WyrzyskDied in Alexandria
1912
Born in Wyrzysk (1912-03-23)
1930
EducationStudied at ETH Zurich
1930
EducationStudied at Technische Universität Berlin (1930–1932)
1944
AwardKnight's Cross of the War Merit Cross with Swords
1958
AwardDr. Robert H. Goddard Memorial Trophy
1959
AwardCommander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
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Wernher Magnus Maximilian Freiherr von Braun was a German American aerospace engineer and space architect. He became a member of the Nazi Party and then the Allgemeine SS to support his rocket work. He led the development of rocket technology in Nazi Germany, and later of rocket and space technology in the US.
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Who is Magnus von Braun?+
Wernher Magnus Maximilian Freiherr von Braun was a German American aerospace engineer and space architect. He became a member of the Nazi Party and then the Allgemeine SS to support his rocket work. He led the development of rocket technology in Nazi Germany, and later of rocket and space technology
What does the name Magnus mean?+
The name Magnus means "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Magnus von Braun born?+
Magnus von Braun was born on March 23, 1912.
When did Magnus von Braun die?+
Magnus von Braun died in 1977, at approximately 65 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.
The name Magnus is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin of mostly Scottish and Scandinavian usage.. Etymology: t=great, taken from the title of Carolus Magnus "Charlemagne" by an eleventh century king of Norway, and brought to Scotland in medieval times.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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