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Wilhelm Kessler (1887 - 1916) Profile

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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Kessler proselyted briefly in Berlin and was then transferred to mission headquarters in March 1913. There he served as associate editor of Der Stern until he was released to serve in the German army. Being German born, he reported for duty 3 August 1914. He was killed in action 1 July 1916.</p>

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Wilhelm Kessler

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Born in Neukirchen, Rheinpfalz, Germany

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Occurred On 1887 July 23

Baptized by Clyde W Lindsay

Served in Swiss and German Mission

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Started On 1912 October 29

Ended On 1914 August 1

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