Brandt

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Brandt is a surname of German origin. It is derived from the Old High German word "brant," meaning "fire" or "sword." The name is common in German-speaking countries and among people of German descent.

Notable People with the Surname Brandt[edit | edit source]

  • Willy Brandt (1913–1992) - A German statesman and politician, who served as Chancellor of West Germany from 1969 to 1974. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1971 for his efforts to strengthen cooperation in Western Europe through the European Economic Community and to achieve reconciliation between West Germany and the countries of Eastern Europe.
  • Bill Brandt (1904–1983) - A British photographer and photojournalist known for his high-contrast images of British society, landscapes, and nudes.
  • Karl Brandt (1904–1948) - A German physician and Schutzstaffel (SS) officer during the Nazi era. He was Adolf Hitler's personal physician and was later executed for war crimes.
  • Sebastian Brandt (1457–1521) - A German humanist and satirist, best known for his work "Das Narrenschiff" (The Ship of Fools).

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