Nikolaus von Dreyse: Quick Facts


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Also Known As Johann Nikolaus Dreyse
Born November 20, 1787 • Germany • (Birthday in 7 days)
Died December 9, 1867 (aged 80) • Germany
Inventions Dreyse rifle

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