Paul Merker
(1894-1969)

East German politician (1894-1969) – Paul Merker was born in Oberlößnitz (Locality in Germany) on February 1st, 1894 and died in Eichwalde (Municipality in Brandenburg state, Germany) on May 13th, 1969 at the age of 75. Today Paul Merker would be 130 years old.

Age

how old was Paul Merker when he died?

Paul Merker died in 1969 at the age of 75.

Biographical data

Birthday	February 1st, 1894 (Thursday)
Place of Birth	Oberlößnitz Locality in Germany
Death Date	May 13th, 1969 (Tuesday)
Death place	Eichwalde Municipality in Brandenburg state, Germany
Birth sign (Zodiac)	Aquarius (The Water-Bearer) ♒
Chinese Zodiac	Horse 馬

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Paul Merker

Birthday

When was Paul Merker born?

Paul Merker was born on February 1st, 1894.

Death

When did Paul Merker die?

Paul Merker died on May 13th, 1969 at the age of 75 in Eichwalde (Municipality in Brandenburg state, Germany). Today Paul Merker would be 130 years old.