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Friedrich Von Steuben

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Personal Details

Given Name
Friedrich
Surname
Von Steuben
Occupation
General

The Name Friedrich

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Peaceful ruler or one who brings peace through power.
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The Von Steuben Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
Of or from Steuben, a place name in Prussia.
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Source

Library of Congress

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