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About Alfred von Tirpitz
German admiral Alfred von Tirpitz became chief of the naval staff in 1892 and was made a Konteradmiral (rear admiral) in 1895. He was a participant in the Franco-Prussian War and World War I.
Education
He studied at Kiel Naval School.
Family
He was the son of Rudolf Tirpitz. On 18 November 1884, he wed Maria Augusta Lipke.
Career
He joined the naval cadet at the age of 16, on 24 April 1865; and by 22 September 1869, he had attained the rank of Unterleutnant zur (sub-lieutenant) and served on board SMS König Wilhelm.
On 25 May 1872 Tirpitz received a promotion to Leutnant zur See (lieutenant at sea) and he became Kapitänleutnant (captain-lieutenant) on 18 November 1875.
He became captain (Kapitän zur) on 24 November 1888 and two years later became chief of staff of the Baltic Squadron.
On 15 June Tirpitz presented a memorandum on the makeup and purpose of the German fleet to the Kaiser. The bill was passed on 26 March 1898 by a majority of 212 to 139. Then a navy minister, he was promoted to the seat on the Prussian Ministry of State. His influence and prominence as the man who had accomplished this feat was guaranteed and he remained in office for nearly two decades after that.
Honors
He received a Knight of the Order of the Black Eagle and also a Knight Grand Cross of the Royal Victorian Order.
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F.A.Q. about Alfred von Tirpitz
When is his birthday?
Alfred von Tirpitz's birthday is on March 19, 1849.
In how many days is his birthday?
Alfred's birthday is in 328 days
How old was Alfred when he died?
He was 80 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 6, 1930.
How old would he be today?
Alfred von Tirpitz would be 175 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Alfred from?
He was born in Küstrin, Brandenburg.