Joachim Vadian
Joachim Vadian (29 November 1484 – 6 April 1551), born as Joachim von Watt, was a humanist, scholar, mayor and reformer in the free city of St. Gallen.
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| Born | Joachim von Watt 29 November 1484 St. Gallen, Abbey Principality of St. Gallen |
| Died | 6 April 1551 (aged 66) St. Gallen, Abbey Principality of St. Gallen |
| Other names | Joachim Vadian |
| Occupation(s) | Scholar, historian, editor |
| Known for | Leading humanist scholar of the sixteenth century |
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