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Heinrich Barth Net Worth

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Heinrich Barth was a German explorer born on February 16, 1821. He is best known for being one of the first people to map out Africa. His explorations of the continent lasted from 1845 to 1855, during which time he traveled over 11,000 miles and wrote extensively about his experiences. His work was instrumental in providing a better understanding of the geography and cultures of Africa.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	February 16, 1821
Birth Place	Germany
Age	198 YEARS OLD
Died On	Nov 25, 1865 (age 44)
Birth Sign	Aquarius

💰 Net worth: $89 billion (2024)

About

German Explorer who was one of the first people to map out Africa.

Before Fame

He was part of an expedition across the Sahara desert into modern day West Africa.

Trivia

Despite terrible conditions and the loss of several members of the expedition, he traveled thousands of miles and gathered enough observations for a four-volume book.

Family Life

He grew up in Berlin, where he studied various languages.

Associated With

Jan Van Reibeeck was another famous European who explored Africa.

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