Abs (surname)
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Abs is a German surname of:
- Hermann Josef AbsHermann Josef AbsHermann Josef Abs was a German banker. He was a member of the board of directors of Deutsche Bank from 1938 - 1945...
(1901-1994), German banker - Johann Christian Josef AbsJohann Christian Josef AbsJohann Christian Josef Abs was a German teacher.In the year 1799 Abs gave his vow in the Franciscan monastery of Hamm and adopted the name of Theodosius. In 1806 he became head of the claustral school of Halberstadt. In this school, he accepted children without considering their ages, confessions,...
(1781-1823), German educator - Karl AbsKarl AbsKarl Abs was a German professional wrestler. He won the European Greco-Roman Heavyweight Championship in 1894, a year before his death at the age of 44. His cause of death is unknown.Also known as "The German Oak"....
(1851-1895), German sportsman