Wilhelm von Ploennies

German translator (1828-1871)
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Summary

Wilhelm von Ploennies was born on September 7, 1828[1], in Darmstadt[2]. He died on August 21, 1871[3], in Darmstadt[4]. He worked as a translator[5], non-fiction writer[6], writer[7], and major[8]. He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[9]

Key Facts

  • Place of burial: Alter Friedhof Darmstadt[10]
  • Mother: Luise von Ploennies[11]
  • Country of citizenship: German Empire[12]
  • Sex or gender: male[13]
  • Archives at: Darmstadt municipal archive[14], Technical University and State Library Darmstadt[15]
  • Family name: Ploennies[16]
  • Given name: Wilhelm[17]
  • Described by source: Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie[18], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[19]
  • Languages spoken, written or signed: German[20]
  • Sibling: August von Ploennies[21]
  • Writing language: German[22]

FAQs

Where was Wilhelm von Ploennies born?

Wilhelm von Ploennies was born in Darmstadt[2].

Where did Wilhelm von Ploennies die?

Wilhelm von Ploennies passed away in Darmstadt[4].

Who were Wilhelm von Ploennies's parents?

Wilhelm von Ploennies's mother was Luise von Ploennies[11].

What did Wilhelm von Ploennies do for work?

Wilhelm von Ploennies worked as a translator[5], non-fiction writer[6], writer[7], and major[8].

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  1. [9] ↑ . Wikidata aliases. wikidata.org.

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  1. 4w ago · Printstream · 2026-09-15 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Hessian biography person (gnd) id → 1783
    Occupation → translator, non-fiction writer, writer +1
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  2. 22w ago · Epìdosis · 2026-05-12 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Place of birth → Darmstadt
    Mother → Luise von Ploennies
    Wikitree person id → Von_Ploennies-7
    Viaf cluster id → 67078280
    + 33 other properties edited (see Wikidata diff for full list)
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