Curt von François
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Summary
Curt von François was born on October 2, 1852[1], in Luxembourg[2]. He died on December 28, 1931[3], in Königs Wusterhausen[4]. He worked as an explorer[5], politician[6], military officer[7], and cartographer[8]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (574 views/month, #7,272 of 1,000,298).[9]
Key Facts
- Date of death: December 30, 1931[10]
- Place of burial: Invalids' Cemetery[11]
- Father: Bruno von François[12]
- Country of citizenship: Germany[13]
- Position held: Reichskommissar[14], Landeshauptmann[15]
- Award received: Iron Cross[16]
- Religion or worldview: Anglicanism[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Military branch: Imperial German Army[19]
- Commons category: Curt von François[20]
- Military, police or special rank: major[21]
- Participated in conflict: Franco-Prussian War[22]
- Family name: von François[23]
- Given name: Curt[24]
- Work location: German South-West Africa[25], Kamerun[26], Togoland[27]
- Allegiance: Germany[28]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[29]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[30]
- Affiliation: Gouvernement von Deutsch-Südwestafrika[31], Imperial Schutztruppe for German South West Africa[32]
- Name in native language: Curt von François[33]
- Sibling: Hermann von François[34], Hugo von François[35]
- Copyright status as a creator: copyrights on works have expired[36]
Why It Matters
Curt von François has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[37] He is known by 14 alternative names across languages and contexts.[38]
FAQs
Where was Curt von François born?
Curt von François's place of birth was Luxembourg[2].
Where did Curt von François die?
Curt von François passed away in Königs Wusterhausen[4].
Who were Curt von François's parents?
Curt von François's father was Bruno von François[12].
What did Curt von François do for work?
Curt von François worked as an explorer[5], politician[6], military officer[7], and cartographer[8].
What awards did Curt von François receive?
Honors received include Iron Cross[16].