Carl Peters 1856 – 1918

Biography

Carl Peters was born on September 27, 1856, in Neuhaus, Germany. Throughout his life, he distinguished himself as a multifaceted figure, pursuing careers in colonialism, politics, and literature. His work spanned the latter half of the nineteenth century and early twentieth century, a period of significant change in German society and international affairs.

Peters passed away on September 10, 1918, in Bad Harzburg at the age of 61. His remains were laid to rest at Engesohde city cemetery in the Südstadt-Bult district of Germany, where he is remembered. Though his specific accomplishments and the details of his various endeavors remain part of historical record, his legacy reflects the complexity of his era and his active participation in the intellectual and political life of his time.