Erich Christian Werlauff

1781–1871 (age 90)

Biography

Erich Christian Werlauff, born in 1781, shaped the intellectual life of Copenhagen through his work as a librarian, cultivating collections that supported scholars and curious minds alike. His meticulous care of books and manuscripts ensured that knowledge remained accessible within the walls of Assistens Cemetery's nearby institutions.

Werlauff also championed education, believing that libraries served as guardians of collective memory and as catalysts for thoughtful debate. His legacy endures in the preserved volumes and the quiet spaces he helped nurture.

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Holger Simon Paulli
1810–1891 (age 81)
Assistens Cemetery
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Jørgen Jensen
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Assistens Cemetery
Bernt Wilhelm Westermann
1781–1868 (age 87)
Assistens Cemetery
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Frederik Liebmann
1813–1856 (age 43)
Assistens Cemetery
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Jørn Larsen
1926–2004 (age 78)
Assistens Cemetery
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Daniel Adzer
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Assistens Cemetery
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