Johann Steinhauer (Latvian: Jānis Šteinhauers; 19 January 1705 – 21 February 1779) was a Latvian entrepreneur, social reformer and landowner, who made significant contributions to the Latvian civil rights throughout the 18th century.
Read more about Johann Steinhauer: Family, Economic Success, Moravian Society, Johann Steinhauer Versus The Great Guild and The Magistrature of Riga, Legacy
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