Johannes Brenz - Weil der Stadt, Germany, BW
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At the 'Brenzgasse' in Weil der Stadt, Germany, Baden-Württemberg is the so-called 'Brenz-Haus' located. It's the birthplace of one of the city's greatest sons Johannes Brenz.
Waymark Code: WMVMDM
Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Date Posted: 05/04/2017
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At the 'Brenzgasse' in Weil der Stadt, Germany, Baden-Württemberg is the so-called 'Brenz-Haus' located. It's the birthplace of one of the city's greatest sons Johannes Brenz.
He was born on 24th June 1499 at this small house.
Johannes Brenz was the famous reformator in the state of Württemberg after he met Martin Luther in 1518.
At the age of 15 he began to study at the University of Heidelberg. He studied Latin, Greek and Hebrew, as well as mathematics, logic, astronomy and music. After only 4 years, in the age of 19, he was a magister.
At his birth house is an old plaque attached which indicates it as the birthplace of Johannes Brenz.
Name of Famous Person: Johannes Brenz
Physical Address: Brenzgasse, 71263 Weil der Stadt, Germany
What is this person famous for?:
local reformer (not as famous as Martin Luther)
Website verifying legitimacy of site: [Web Link]
Personal Experience:
came across during a guided tour
Additional Website verifying Site legitimacy: Not listed
Other information about area: Not listed
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