German architect (1886–1969). Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was born on 27 March 1886 in what is now Germany. Ludwig Mies van der Rohe is remembered as an architect, designer and teacher, a citizen of Germany and the United States. Notable works include “Toronto-Dominion Centre”, “Westmount Square” and “Seagram Building”.
Before and after
- 1886Discovery of germanium
- 1886Statue of Liberty
- 1886Founding of Arsenal F.C.
- 29 January 1886Benz Patent-Motorwagen
- 27 March 1886Birth of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
- 4 May 1886Haymarket affair
- 31 July 1886Death of Franz Liszt
- 9 September 1886Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works
- 10 October 1886Establishment of Yoho National Park
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