Karl Wien

Geographer and mountaineer in Germany

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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