Erich Hofmann

German linguist (1895–1982)
Person human Q1352448
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Summary

Erich Hofmann was born on March 4, 1895[1], in Mühlhausen/Thuringia[2]. He died on November 7, 1982[3], in Kiel[4]. He worked as a linguist[5], university teacher[6], philologist[7], and slavist[8].

Key Facts

  • Country of citizenship: Germany[9]
  • Field of work: Slavic studies[10], philology[11]
  • Employer: Kiel University[12], University of Münster[13], University of Göttingen[14], University of Marburg[15]
  • Sex or gender: male[16]
  • Member of political party: Nazi Party[17]
  • Academic degree: doctorate[18]
  • Family name: Hofmann[19]
  • Given name: Erich[20]
  • Work location: Marburg[21]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[22]
  • Name in native language: Erich Hofmann[23]
  • P14536: 431231[24]

FAQs

Where was Erich Hofmann born?

Erich Hofmann was born in Mühlhausen/Thuringia[2].

Where did Erich Hofmann die?

Erich Hofmann passed away in Kiel[4].

What did Erich Hofmann do for work?

Erich Hofmann worked as a linguist[5], university teacher[6], philologist[7], and slavist[8].

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