Karl Wien
Geographer and mountaineer in Germany
Born
September 10th, 1906
118 years ago
Died
1937
88 years ago — 31 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Germany
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A prominent geographer and mountaineer contributed significantly to geographical studies and alpine exploration. Held a professorship in geography, focusing on physical geography, alpine studies, and cartography. Engaged in numerous climbing expeditions throughout the Alps, achieving notable ascents. Published various academic works that advanced the understanding of geographical phenomena. Participated in international conferences and contributed to the academic community in geographical sciences.
Authored influential geographical texts
Led climbing expeditions in the Alps
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