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Alexander Berkman — Age, Birthday & Biography

Born: 21 November 1870 · Died: 28 June 1936 · Age at death: 65

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Alexander Berkman died aged 65. He was born on 21 November 1870 and died on 28 June 1936.

Russian-American anarchist writer and political activist

Did you know?He spent fourteen years in prison for attempting to assassinate an industrialist during a major steel strike in Pennsylvania.

Alexander Berkman (born Ovsei Osipovich Berkman; November 21, 1870 – June 28, 1936) was a Russian-American anarchist and author. He was a leading member of the anarchist movement in the early 20th century, famous for both his political activism and his writing.

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Age at death: 65
Years since death: 90

Born: November 21, 1870 · Vilnius, Lithuania
Died: June 28, 1936
Cause of death: Gunshot wound
Nationality: American
Known for: Literature, Activism, Media

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