The Book Thief

How old was Liesel's brother when he died on the train?

In the beginning of the book/film, how old was Liesel's younger brother when he died?

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Her brother Werner Meminger was 6 years old at the time of his death. Liesel’s mother had to give up her daughter and sent her to live with Hans and Rosa Hubermann in Mulching, Germany. She was 9 years old.

Thank you Gunner!