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List of German Presidents and Chancellors by age facts for kids

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Germany has two very important leadership roles: the President and the Chancellor. The President is like the head of state, representing the country, while the Chancellor is the head of government, leading the country's daily operations. This article explores how old these important German leaders were when they passed away. For those who are still alive today, their age is calculated up to July 1, 2025.

Germany's Presidents and Their Lifespans

Since 1919, Germany has had several Presidents. Some of these leaders lived for a very long time! Here are some of the Presidents who reached a great age:

Some Presidents are still alive today. Their current ages are:

The President who lived the shortest life was Friedrich Ebert. He was 54 years and 24 days old when he died.

Germany's Chancellors and Their Lifespans

Germany has had Chancellors since 1871. This role is similar to a prime minister in other countries. Many Chancellors also lived very long lives. Here are some of the Chancellors who lived the longest:

Some Chancellors are still alive today. Their current ages are:

The Chancellor who lived the shortest life was Gustav Stresemann. He was 51 years and 146 days old when he died.

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