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Oscar Hammerstein I: German-American impresario (1846–1919).
Born in Szczecin (died at age 72).
Biography
Oscar Hammerstein I was a German-born businessman, theater impresario, and composer in New York City. His passion for opera led him to open several opera houses, and he rekindled opera's popularity in America. He was the grandfather of American playwright/lyricist Oscar Hammerstein II and the father of theater manager William Hammerstein and American producer Arthur Hammerstein.
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Oscar Hammerstein I was born on and passed away on at the age of 72.
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Oscar Hammerstein I was born in Szczecin.
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