Media · Literature · Scholarship · 1880–1956
H. L. Mencken — Age, Birthday & Biography
Born: 12 September 1880 · Died: 29 January 1956 · Age at death: 75
How old was H. L. Mencken when he died?
H. L. Mencken died aged 75. He was born on 12 September 1880 and died on 29 January 1956.
Influential American journalist, satirist and cultural critic
Did you know?He was a primary reporter for the famous Scopes Trial and is credited with coining the term Bible Belt to describe parts of the South.
Henry Louis Mencken (September 12, 1880 – January 29, 1956) was an American journalist, essayist, satirist, cultural critic, and scholar of American English. He commented widely on literature, music, prominent politicians, and contemporary movements.
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- Age at death
- 75
- Would be
- 146
- Years since death
- 70
- Born
- September 12, 1880 · Baltimore, United States
- Died
- January 29, 1956
- Nationality
- American
- Known for
- Media, Literature, Scholarship
Family
- Father
- August Mencken, Sr.
- Spouse
- Sara Haardt
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- Would-be age todayH. L. Mencken would be 146 years old today. See how many birthdays they would have celebrated.Age
- Birth anniversaryH. L. Mencken's 147th birthday is in 322 days. If it's your birthday too, it's a double celebration!147th
- Death anniversaryThe 71st anniversary of H. L. Mencken's death is in 96 days. A moment to remember their legacy.71st
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