Karl Wilhelm Ramler

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Karl Wilhelm Ramler
Karl Wilhelm Ramler

Karl Wilhelm Ramler (February 25, 1725April 11, 1798) was a German poet.

Ramler was born at Kolberg. After graduating from the University of Halle, he went to Berlin, where, in 1748, he was appointed professor of logic and literature at the cadet school. In 1786 he became associated with the author, Johann Jakob Engel, in the management of the royal theatre, of which, after resigning his professorship, he became sole director from 1790-96.He died in Berlin.

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