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German music stars died before turning 35

Here are 15 famous musicians from Germany died before 35:

Paul Fleming

Paul Fleming (October 5, 1609 Hartenstein-April 1, 1640 Hamburg) also known as Fleming, Paul was a German physician and poet.

He is particularly well known for his hymns, which are still sung in churches today. Fleming was also a prominent figure in the literary scene of his time, associated with the group of poets known as the Silesian School. In addition to his work as a physician and writer, he was a diplomat, serving in the court of the Elector of Brandenburg. Despite his short life, Fleming left a lasting legacy in German literature and culture.

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Ferdinand von Schill

Ferdinand von Schill (January 6, 1776 Bannewitz-May 31, 1809 Stralsund) was a German personality.

He was a Prussian major who became famous for his brave and daring attempts to liberate his home country from Napoleon's French Empire. In 1809, von Schill led an army of Prussian volunteers in a campaign against French-occupied Germany. Although initially successful, his forces were eventually defeated by Napoleon's armies, and von Schill was killed in the battle of Stralsund. Despite his ultimate failure, von Schill's bravery and patriotism have made him a revered figure in German history. To this day, he is remembered as a symbol of resistance against foreign oppression and a symbol of German nationalism.

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Eberhard IV, Count of Württemberg

Eberhard IV, Count of Württemberg (August 23, 1388 Stuttgart-July 2, 1419 Waiblingen) also known as Eberhard IV, Count of Wurttemberg was a German personality. He had two children, Ulrich V, Count of Württemberg and Ludwig I, Count of Württemberg-Urach.

Eberhard IV was the son of Count Eberhard III and Antonia Visconti. He succeeded his father as Count of Württemberg in 1417. During his short reign, Eberhard IV faced several challenges, including conflicts with neighboring territories and his own family members. He also initiated several reforms aimed at improving the governance and legal system of his county.

Eberhard IV was known for his interest in the arts, literature, and music. He was a patron of the poet and musician Oswald von Wolkenstein and supported the arts in his court. Unfortunately, Eberhard IV died unexpectedly in 1419, just two years after his accession to the throne. His eldest son, Ulrich V, succeeded him as Count of Württemberg.

Hanns Braun

Hanns Braun (October 26, 1886 Spalt-October 9, 1918 Croix-Fonsomme) also known as Hans Braun was a German personality.

He was a renowned athlete and Olympic medalist in the sport of rowing. Braun competed in the men's eight event at the 1908 Summer Olympics and won a bronze medal. He later participated in World War I as a soldier in the German Army and was killed in action on October 9, 1918 at the age of 31. In addition to his athletic achievements, he is also known for his contributions to the development of rowing as a coach and administrator. Braun served as the chairman of the German Rowing Association and was instrumental in promoting the sport in Germany. Despite his short life, his legacy in the world of rowing and sports in general remains significant to this day.

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Hilde Coppi

Hilde Coppi (May 30, 1909 Berlin-August 5, 1943 Plötzensee Prison) was a German personality.

Hilde Coppi was a member of the German resistance during World War II. She and her husband, Hans Coppi, were both involved in the group known as the Red Orchestra, which worked to undermine the Nazi regime by distributing anti-fascist propaganda and gathering intelligence for the Soviet Union.

Hilde and Hans were both arrested in August 1942 and were sentenced to death by the People's Court in April 1943. Hilde bravely refused to provide any information about her fellow resistance members, even under torture. She was executed alongside her husband on August 5, 1943, at Plötzensee Prison in Berlin.

Hilde Coppi is remembered as a hero and a symbol of resistance against the Nazi regime. Her courageous actions continue to inspire people around the world who fight for freedom and justice.

She died as a result of decapitation.

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Charles II, Elector Palatine

Charles II, Elector Palatine (March 31, 1651 Heidelberg-May 26, 1685 Heidelberg) was a German personality.

He was the eldest surviving son of Charles I Louis, Elector Palatine and his second wife Charlotte of Hesse-Kassel. Charles II became Elector Palatine upon his father's death in 1680. He is remembered for his patronage of the arts, in particular his support of the Heidelberg Palace and for his efforts to develop the economy and industry of the Electoral Palatinate. Charles II also had a keen interest in science and technology and founded the Academiae Electoralis Scientiarum, today known as the Heidelberg Academy of Sciences. He was married to Princess Wilhelmine Ernestine of Denmark-Norway and had two children, a daughter and a son who succeeded him as Elector Palatine. Charles II died at the age of 34 due to complications of a fever.

Olga Benário Prestes

Olga Benário Prestes (February 12, 1908 Munich-April 23, 1942) a.k.a. Olga Gutmann Benário was a German personality. She had one child, Anita Leocádia Prestes.

Olga Benário Prestes was actually a Communist activist of Jewish descent who was born in Munich, Germany, to a family of lawyers. She joined the Communist Youth International and the Communist Party of Germany, and then was sent to Moscow to become a member of the International Lenin School. In 1934, she was sent to Brazil on a mission to organize a revolution with the Brazilian Communist Party, where she met Luis Carlos Prestes, one of the main leaders of the movement.

Olga and Luis Carlos fell in love and got married. Together, they started a campaign against the fascist government that led to their arrest in 1936. Olga was pregnant at the time and gave birth to their daughter, Anita Leocádia Prestes, in prison. Later on, Olga was extradited to Nazi Germany, where she was imprisoned and later sent to a concentration camp.

Due to her Communist beliefs, Olga was considered dangerous by the Nazi regime and was eventually executed in 1942, at the age of 34. Her daughter, Anita, was adopted by a family friend and later became a historian and professor of economics in Brazil. Olga Benário Prestes is remembered as a symbol of resistance against fascism and for her contributions to the Communist movement in Brazil and abroad.

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Helmut Gröttrup

Helmut Gröttrup (April 5, 2015 Germany-April 5, 1981) also known as Helmut Grottrup was a German physicist, aerospace engineer, engineer and inventor.

He is most well-known for his work on the development of the German V-2 rocket during World War II, which became the basis of rocket technology around the world. After the war, Gröttrup was briefly held by the United States and then released to work on rocket development for France. Eventually, he moved back to Germany and became a professor at the Technical University of Darmstadt, where he continued to work on rocket technology and also became a strong advocate for peaceful use of space. Gröttrup received numerous awards for his contributions to the field of aerospace engineering and is considered a pioneer in the development of rocket technology.

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Karl Klaus von der Decken

Karl Klaus von der Decken (August 8, 1833 Kotzen-October 2, 1865) was a German personality.

He was an explorer and geographer, known for his travels and expeditions to East Africa. In 1861, he led an expedition to the Horn of Africa in search of the source of the River Tana. However, his greatest ambition was to reach the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, which he attempted in 1862 but was forced to turn back due to harsh weather conditions. He returned to the region in 1865 to make a second attempt but tragically died during the expedition. Despite his unsuccessful attempts to reach the summit, he is remembered for his pioneering work in exploring and mapping the region. The northern Two-toed sloth (Choloepus hoffmanni) was named after him by German zoologist Wilhelm Peters.

Rudolf Lange

Rudolf Lange (November 18, 1910 Weißwasser-February 23, 1945 Poznań) was a German personality.

He was a highly-ranked SS officer during World War II and was responsible for numerous war crimes in the occupied territories. Lange was the Commandant of the Riga Ghetto in Latvia, where he oversaw the mass murder of thousands of Jews. He also played a key role in the implementation of the "Final Solution", the Nazi plan for the extermination of European Jews. In 1944, he was sent to Poznań, Poland, where he continued to carry out war crimes until he was killed by Allied forces in 1945. Lange's actions during the war have made him one of the most vilified figures in history.

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Robert Enke

Robert Enke (August 24, 1977 Jena-November 10, 2009 Neustadt am Rübenberge) was a German personality. He had one child, Lara Enke.

Robert Enke was a professional footballer who played as a goalkeeper. He started his career with Carl Zeiss Jena in 1995 and later moved on to other clubs such as Borussia Mönchengladbach, Benfica, and Hannover 96. Enke was also a member of the German national team and played in 8 international matches.

Off the field, Enke struggled with depression and anxiety for several years. He sought professional help and even took a break from football to focus on his mental health. Despite this, Enke tragically took his own life in 2009 at the age of 32. His death brought attention to the issue of mental health in professional sports and led to the creation of the Robert Enke Foundation, which aims to raise awareness and support for those affected by mental illness.

He died in suicide.

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Adam Elsheimer

Adam Elsheimer (March 18, 1578 Frankfurt-December 11, 1610 Rome) was a German personality.

Adam Elsheimer was a painter who worked during the early Baroque period. He is known for his small-scale paintings featuring intricate details and luminous light effects. Elsheimer's work was heavily influenced by the art of Caravaggio, and he in turn had a significant influence on the development of Dutch and Flemish painting. Despite his relatively short career, Elsheimer's impact on the art world was significant, and many renowned artists, including Rembrandt and Rubens, were inspired by his techniques and style.

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Günther Smend

Günther Smend (November 29, 1912 Trier-September 8, 1944) a.k.a. Gunther Smend was a German personality.

Günther Smend was a prominent figure in the German Resistance during World War II. He was a lawyer and a member of the German nobility. Smend was involved in various anti-Nazi activities, including plotting to assassinate Adolf Hitler. He was arrested in 1944 and later executed by hanging at the age of 31. In addition to his resistance work, Smend was also a published author and scholar. Despite the brevity of his life, his contributions to the fight against the Nazi regime have left a lasting impact.

He died caused by hanging.

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Erika von Brockdorff

Erika von Brockdorff (April 29, 1911 Kołobrzeg-May 13, 1943 Berlin) was a German personality.

Erika von Brockdorff was a German socialite, fashion model and aspiring actress. She was born in Kołobrzeg, Pomerania and raised in Germany. Von Brockdorff was known for her beauty and charm and quickly became a sought-after model and actress. She appeared in a number of films during the 1930s, including "The Road to Glory" and "The Night Falls".

During World War II, von Brockdorff became involved in the resistance movement against the Nazi regime. She worked with the Kreisau Circle, a group of anti-Nazi intellectuals and activists, and helped to distribute anti-Nazi literature and propaganda. In 1943, von Brockdorff was arrested by the Gestapo and sentenced to death for her involvement in the resistance. She was executed by hanging in Berlin on May 13, 1943, at the age of 32. Despite her short life, von Brockdorff left a lasting legacy as a heroine of the resistance and a symbol of bravery against the Nazi regime.

She died caused by hanging.

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Philipp Mainländer

Philipp Mainländer (October 5, 1841 Offenbach-April 1, 1876 Offenbach) a.k.a. Philipp Mainlander was a German philosopher.

Mainländer is known for his work "Die Philosophie der Erlösung" ("The Philosophy of Redemption"), published in 1876, which sought to reconcile Eastern metaphysics with Western philosophy. In his work, he posited that existence is a state of suffering and that the only way to escape this suffering is through the annihilation of the self. He also believed that the universe is finite and that its existence will eventually result in a collective redemption, referred to as "the great Sabbath" or "the great Sunday."

Despite the significance of his work, Mainländer's mental health deteriorated as he completed his book. He struggled with depression and felt that he was not receiving the recognition he deserved. On April 1, 1876, he committed suicide by hanging himself in his parents' attic. His work garnered more attention posthumously, with notable admirers including Friedrich Nietzsche and Hermann Hesse.

He died as a result of suicide.

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