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Walther Penck Gold

German geographer (1888-1923)

30 Aug 1888 to 29 Sept 1923Leipzig UniversityHeidelberg University

Walther Penck is a German geographer (1888-1923). Born 1888 in Vienna. Associated with Leipzig University, Istanbul University.

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Born
1888-08-30, Vienna
Died
1923-09-29, Stuttgart
Occupations
geographer, geologist, mineralogist, university teacher
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Education and professional journey

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Work

Education

  • Heidelberg University

Awards and recognition

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  • Carl-Ritter-Medal 1923
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Languages
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