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Conrad
Conrad may refer to: People * Conrad (name) * Saint Conrad (other) Places United States * Conrad, Illinois, an unincorporated community * Conrad, Iowa, a city * Conrad, Montana, a city * Conrad Glacier, Washington Elsewhere * Conrad, Alberta, Canada, a former unincorporated community * Conrad Mountains, Queen Maud Land, Antarctica * Mount Conrad, Oates Land, Antarctica * Mount Conrad (Canada), Purcell Mountains, British Columbia Businesses * Conrad Editora, a Brazilian publisher * Conrad Electronic, a German retailer * Conrad Hotels, the global luxury brand of Hilton Hotels * Conrad Models, a German manufacturer of diecast toys and promotional models Other uses * ''Conrad'' (comic strip) * CONRAD (organization), an American organization that promotes reproductive health in the developing world * ORP ''Conrad'', name of the cruiser HMS ''Danae'' (D44) while loaned to the Polish Navy (1944-1946) See also * Conradi * Conradin * Conradines * Conr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad (name)
Conrad is a Germanic languages, Germanic masculine given name and a surname. Origin and meaning It is derived from the Proto-Germanic name Konrad, from ''conja'' meaning "bold" and ''rad'' "counsel".Katie Martin-Doyle, ''The Treasury of Baby Names'', Worth Press, Cambridge 2005. It was the name of a 10th-century Conrad of Constance, bishop of Constance, and became popular in post-medieval English, and post-medieval French. It regained popularity in the English-speaking world in the 19th century. It is recorded as a surname as early as 1297. There are over one hundred forms and spelling variants of the surname. In English, ''Coonrod (other), Coonrod'' is a variant spelling and a variant pronunciation of Conrad. Variants in other languages include: *German: Konrad, Kohrt, Kordt, Kunrad, Kuhndert, Kuhnt, Kurt and Kurth *Dutch: Coen, Coenraad, Koen(raad), Koendert, Koene *Afrikaans: Conradie *Icelandic : Konráður *Irish: Ó Conradh (In Irish language, Irish, the word ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad Hotels
Conrad Hotels & Resorts is an American multinational brand of high-end luxury hotels and high-end luxury resorts owned and operated by Hilton Worldwide. As of December 31, 2021, it has 42 locations with 15,085 rooms in 21 countries and territories, including two that are owned or leased with 778 rooms, 38 that are managed with 12,152 rooms, and two that are franchised with 2,155 rooms. History Barron Hilton, son of Conrad Hilton, founded Conrad Hotels, taking the name from that of his father. Hilton Hotels was, at the time, a separate company from Hilton International, and could not operate hotels outside the United States under the Hilton name. The newly named chain solved that problem. Hilton International had already started their own chain of Vista Hotels within the United States, as they faced the same prohibition on operating there under the Hilton name. The first Conrad hotel, the Conrad Jupiters Gold Coast in Australia, opened its doors in 1985. When the two Hilton ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad Electronic
Conrad Electronic SE is a European multinational retailer of electronic products and technology based in Hirschau, Germany. It operates a digital procurement platform for technical requirements in distance selling (mainly online) as well as products and services via its own sales team. Company profile The company was founded in Berlin in 1923 by Max Conrad. Since 1946, the company is headquartered in Hirschau, Germany. Conrad started out as a mail-order business for electronic components. Today, Conrad has been family-run for four generations and is one of Europe’s leading multi-channel retailers of electronics and technology. Conrad Electronic SE is a wholly owned subsidiary of Conrad Holding SE. This in turn is managed as a family business by the Conrad family. Conrad Electronic SE is a trading company that operates exclusively in Germany. The company also operates as a marketplace operator in Germany and Austria. Business in other European countries is handled by intern ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad Models
Conrad GmbH (previously "Gescha Toys") is a German manufacturer of die-cast toy, diecast scale model trucks, primarily in 1:50 scale for use both as toys and promotional models by heavy equipment manufacturers. Conrad is one of the few European diecast companies which have not outsourced production to China or elsewhere in Asia. Conrad Modelle is headquartered in Kalchreuth, just northeast of Nuremberg. In the past, Conrad also manufactured model cars. From Gescha to Conrad On early German toys the abbreviation "Ges. Gesch." was short for the German for "trademark registered". This may have led to the eventual name of the predecessor toy firm of Gescha which was established in 1923. Gescha had previously specialized in wind-up tin toys similar to Schuco Modell or Gama Toys. The Conrad website says that Conrad – a family name – started making diecast models in 1956, however Gescha used the Conrad name as a sub-brand first. Most diecast truck and heavy equipment models, for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conradin
Conrad III (25 March 1252 – 29 October 1268), called ''the Younger'' or ''the Boy'', but usually known by the diminutive Conradin (, ), was the last direct heir of the House of Hohenstaufen. He was Duke of Swabia (1254–1268) and nominal King of Jerusalem (1254–1268) and King of Sicily, Sicily (1254–1258). After Battle of Tagliacozzo, his attempt to reclaim the Kingdom of Sicily for the Hohenstaufen dynasty failed, he was captured and beheaded. Early childhood Conradin was born in Landshut, Wolfstein, Bavaria, to Conrad IV of Germany and Elisabeth of Bavaria, Queen of Germany, Elisabeth of Bavaria. Though he never succeeded his father as King of the Romans, Roman-German king, he was recognized as king of Sicily and Jerusalem by supporters of the Hohenstaufens in 1254. Having lost his father in 1254, he grew up at the court of his uncle and guardian, Louis II, Duke of Bavaria. His guardians were able to hold Swabia for him. Jerusalem was held by a relative from the royal h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad, Montana
Conrad is a city in and the county seat of Pondera County, Montana, United States. The population was 2,318 at the 2020 census. Each June, the Whoop Up Days, a town wide celebration that includes a parade and rodeo, takes place in Conrad. The town was incorporated in 1908. Geography Interstate 15 passes through the community, with access from Exits 335 and 339. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land. Conrad is located one hour from the Rocky Mountain Front and within two hours of Glacier National Park. Climate Conrad experiences a semi-arid climate (Köppen ''BSk'') with cold, dry winters and hot, wetter summers. Demographics 2010 census As of the census of 2010, there were 2,570 people, 1,113 households, and 676 families residing in the city. The population density was . There were 1,266 housing units at an average density of . The racial makeup of the city was 95.1% White, 0.2% African American, 1.8% Native American, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conradines
The Conradines or Conradiner were a dynasty of Franconian counts and dukes in the 8th to 11th Century, named after Duke Conrad, Duke of Thuringia, Conrad the Elder and his son King Conrad I of Germany. History The family is first mentioned in 832, with Gebhard, Count of the Lahngau, Count Gebhard in the lower Lahn region. His sons are mentioned in 861 as ''propinqui'' (close relatives) of Adalard the Seneschal, who had served Louis the Pious. But the clan's rise to prominence began with Oda, wife of Emperor Arnulf of Carinthia, who was a member of the family. In view of his family relationship with Oda, Conrad the Elder was frequently referred to as nepos (nephew, grandson, descendant) of the Emperor. He and his brothers apparently were in fact Arnulf's closest relatives, and he relied heavily on their support in his feud with the counts of Babenberg. Arnulf rewarded them by helping them gain territories, beyond their original realm in Hesse, in Thuringia and the Frankish regions ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mount Conrad (Canada)
Mount Conrad is a mountain summit in British Columbia, Canada. Description Mount Conrad is located in The Bugaboos area, on the west side of Bugaboo Provincial Park. It is part of the Purcell Mountains which are a subset of the Columbia Mountains. Mount Conrad is more notable for its steep rise above local terrain than for its absolute elevation as topographic relief is significant with the summit rising 1,900 meters (6,233 ft) above Giegerich Creek in . Precipitation Surface runoff, runoff from Mount Conrad drains northeast to the Columbia River via Vowell Creek, and southwest to Duncan River (British Columbia), Duncan River via Giegerich and East creeks. History The mountain's name honors Conrad Kain (1883–1934), an eminent mountain guide in British Columbia's Purcell Mountains. He is credited with more than 60 first ascents in the Rockies and Purcells, including first ascents of the 3 highest peaks of the Canadian Rockies; and Howser Spire and Bugaboo Spire in the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad, Iowa
Conrad is a city in Grundy County, Iowa, United States. The population was 1,093 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Waterloo– Cedar Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area. Conrad holds the honor of being known as the "Black Dirt Capital of the World." History A post office called Conrad has been in operation since 1880. The city took its name from nearby Conrad's Grove, a feature named for John Conrad, an early settler. Geography Conrad is located at (42.225095, -92.872270). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land. Demographics 2020 census As of the census of 2020, there were 1,093 people, 440 households, and 283 families residing in the city. The population density was 889.5 inhabitants per square mile (343.4/km2). There were 481 housing units at an average density of 391.4 per square mile (151.1/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.5% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.0 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conradi
Conradi is a surname. It comes from the Germanic Konrad: ''kuoni'' and ''rad'' meaning happy or laughing or ''rat'' meaning daring/experienced counsel. * August Conradi (1821–1873), German composer * Edward Conradi (1869–1944), American educator and administrator * Erwin Conradi (born 1935), German manager * Demoiselle Conradi (died 1720), German opera singer * Johann Georg Conradi (1645–1699), German composer * Ludwig R. Conradi (1856–1939), Seventh-day Adventist missionary * Maurice Conradi (1896–1947), a White Russian officer * Peter Conradi, British author and journalist * Peter J. Conradi (born 1945), British author and academic See also * Conradi–Hünermann syndrome * Conrad (other) Conrad may refer to: People * Conrad (name) * Saint Conrad (other) Places United States * Conrad, Illinois, an unincorporated community * Conrad, Iowa, a city * Conrad, Montana, a city * Conrad Glacier, Washington Elsewher ... References ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conrad (comic Strip)
Conrad was a comic strip about "America's favorite frog prince". Written and illustrated by Bill Schorr, the strip was launched November 8, 1982. Syndicated by Tribune Media Services, it had a run for over three years, ending June 7, 1986. Characters and story The frog Conrad, needing money to pay his bookie, convinces the fat, dim-witted fairy tale A fairy tale (alternative names include fairytale, fairy story, household tale, magic tale, or wonder tale) is a short story that belongs to the folklore genre. Such stories typically feature magic, enchantments, and mythical or fanciful bei ... princess that he is an enchanted prince who can be turned into a human by a kiss. Other characters include the princess' father, the King, who is skeptical that Conrad is a prince, and resident witch Aggie, who grants spells and potions to the princess. Fido, the princess's pet alligator, thinks he is a dog. TV appearance A live action ''Conrad'' sketch (with a large puppet portray ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saint Conrad (other)
Saint Conrad may refer to: * Saint Conrad of Constance (born c. 900–975), bishop and saint * Saint Conrad of Pfullingen, of Trier (1035/1040–1066) * Saint Conrad of Piacenza (1290–1351) * Saint Conrad of Parzham (1818-1894), Franciscan Saint * Blessed Conrad of Bavaria (born c. 1105–1126/1154) *Blessed Conrad of Offida (1290–1351), Italian Friar Minor preacher and founder of the Celestines. * Blessed Conrad (Conn) O'Rourke (born c. 1542–1579), Franciscan martyr * For Blessed Conrad of Seldenbüren ellenbüren(died 2 May 1126), see Engelberg Abbey * For Blessed Conrad II Bosinlother of Mondsee (born c. 1100–15 January 1145), see Mondsee Abbey * For Blessed Conrad of Ottobeuren (died 27 July 1227), see Ottobeuren Abbey Ottobeuren is a Benedictine abbey, located in Ottobeuren, near Memmingen in the Bavarian Allgäu, Germany. For part of its history Ottobeuren Abbey was one of the approximately 40 self-ruling imperial abbeys of the Holy Roman Empire and, as such . ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
