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Johann Christian Anton Theden

1714-09-13 – 1797-10-21

Portrait of Johann Christian Anton Theden
Porträt des Artzes Johann Christian Anton ThedenCredit: Unknown author

Life & Legacy

Anton Theden (born 13 September 1714 in Steinbeck, Mecklenburg; died 21 October 1797 in Berlin), was Surgeon-General of the Prussian Army and personal doctor to Frederick the Great, a medical researcher, alchemist, and a leading freemason and Rosicrucian. He was also influential in bringing Russian Freemasonry under the Control of Prussian lodges, through which he exerted diplomatic influence.

Occupation & Career

author, physician, surgeon

Legacy Highlights

Organizations & Memberships

German Academy of Sciences Leopoldina

Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1692882 — wikidata View source

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