Ruth Benedict
(1887-1948)
American anthropologist and folklorologist (1887-1948) – Ruth Benedict was born in New York City (Most populous city in the United States) on June 5th, 1887 and died in New York City (Most populous city in the United States) on September 17th, 1948 at the age of 61. Today Ruth Benedict would be 136 years old.
Age
how old was Ruth Benedict when he died?
61
Ruth Benedict died in 1948 at the age of 61.
Biographical data
| Birthday | June 5th, 1887 (Sunday) |
|---|---|
| Place of Birth | New York City Most populous city in the United States |
| Death Date | September 17th, 1948 (Friday) |
| Death place | New York City Most populous city in the United States |
| Birth sign (Zodiac) | Gemini (The Twins) ♊ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig 豬 |
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Birthday
When was Ruth Benedict born?
Ruth Benedict was born on June 5th, 1887.
Death
When did Ruth Benedict die?
Ruth Benedict died on September 17th, 1948 at the age of 61 in New York City (Most populous city in the United States). Today Ruth Benedict would be 136 years old.
Place of Birth
Where was Ruth Benedict born?
New York City (Most populous city in the United States).
Death place
Where did Ruth Benedict die?
New York City (Most populous city in the United States).
Zodiac
What is the zodiac sign of Ruth Benedict?
Ruth Benedict was born in the zodiac sign Gemini (The Twins).
Chinese Zodiac
Which Chinese zodiac sign does Ruth Benedict have?
Ruth Benedict was born in 1887 in the year of the Chinese zodiac Pig.
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