Birthdate: May 3, 1761
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Weimar, Germany
Died: March 23, 1819
August von Kotzebue was a notable German playwright and Russian diplomat. He was known for his acclaimed plays and also held diplomatic positions for Russia. Tragically, his career was abruptly ended when he was assassinated in 1819 by a radical member of a student organization. This event had far-reaching consequences, prompting the implementation of strict measures through the Carlsbad Decrees by Metternich.
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