Hoffmann von Fallersleben

Hoffmann von Fallersleben
Höxter, Germany (DE)
(August Heinrich) Hoffmann von Fallersleben (2. April 1798 – 19. January 1874) was a German poet.

His most famous work worldwide is the text to the German National Anthem, "Das Lied der Deutchen). Today, because of WW2, only verse 3 is sung. The first two verses are forbiddeb by German law. The melody was composed by Joseph Haydn.

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His grave is at the Corvey Abbey Cemetery.
(August Heinrich) Hoffmann von Fallersleben (2. April 1798 – 19. January 1874) was a German poet.

His most famous work worldwide is the text to the German National Anthem, "Das Lied der Deutchen). Today, because of WW2, only verse 3 is sung. The first two verses are forbiddeb by German law. The melody was composed by Joseph Haydn.

His grave is at the Corvey Abbey Cemetery.
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Links: en.wikipedia.org
By: Dania

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