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When did Heinrich Heine pass away?

  • 17 February 1856

  • 21 March 1860

  • 13 December 1877

  • 30 November 1869

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The final moments of the esteemed poet Heinrich Heine occurred on 17 February 1856. Heine passed away at the age of 58 due to the debilitating effects of a rare neurological condition known as Tabes dorsalis, which severely affected his physical and mental well-being. This unfortunate event marked the end of a life marked by literary genius and remarkable contributions to the realm of poetry, essays, and travel writing.
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