August Kluckhohn

August Kluckhohn

German historian
Date of Birth: 06.07.1832
Country: Germany
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Academic Career
  3. Lecturer and Adjunct Professor
  4. Honorary and Ordinary Professor
  5. Member of the German Academy of Sciences
  6. Family Life

Early Life and Education

Born in Heidelberg, Germany, Kluckhohn embarked on his academic journey at the University of Heidelberg and later pursued advanced studies at the University of Göttingen.

Academic Career

Professor at the University of Munich

In 1858, Kluckhohn was appointed professor of history at the University of Munich. Simultaneously, he assumed the role of editor for the critical section of the prestigious local historical journal.

Lecturer and Adjunct Professor

By 1860, Kluckhohn held the position of lecturer in history at the University of Munich. Five years later, he advanced to the rank of adjunct professor.

Honorary and Ordinary Professor

In 1869, Kluckhohn was bestowed with the honorary title of professor. His academic career culminated in 1883, when he was promoted to ordinary professor.

Member of the German Academy of Sciences

Kluckhohn's contributions to historical scholarship earned him membership in the prestigious German Academy of Sciences.

Family Life

In 1886, Kluckhohn welcomed a son named Paul into the world.