Peter Demetz (101)
October 21st, 1922
Czech-American translator, writer and Germanist – Peter Demetz was born in Prague (Capital city of the Czech Republic) on October 21st, 1922 and is 101 years old today.
Age
How old is Peter Demetz?
101
Peter Demetz is 101 years old.
Biographical data
| Birthday | October 21st, 1922 (Saturday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | Prague Capital city of the Czech Republic |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Libra (The Scales) ♎ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog 狗 |
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Birthday
When was Peter Demetz born?
Peter Demetz was born on October 21st, 1922.
Place of Birth
Where was Peter Demetz born?
Prague (Capital city of the Czech Republic).
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of Peter Demetz?
Peter Demetz was born in the zodiac sign Libra (The Scales).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does Peter Demetz have?
Peter Demetz was born in 1922 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Dog.
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