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Walter Bauer

Photograph of Walter Bauer Source: Library of Congress

Personal Details

Given Name
Walter
Surname
Bauer

The Name Walter

Origin
Germanic
Meaning
Ruler of the army or one who commands warriors.
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The Bauer Surname

Origin
German
Meaning
A person who works as a farmer or peasant.
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Source

Library of Congress

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