Albert
Duke of Prussia
Born
May 17th, 1490
534 years ago
Died
March 20th, 1568
457 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Held the title of Duke of Prussia from 1525 until his death in 1568. Founded the Duchy of Prussia, which marked the establishment of a Protestant state. Oversaw the transition from a monastic state under the Teutonic Knights to a secular duchy. Engaged in political and military affairs during the Reformation period.
Founded the Duchy of Prussia in 1525
Converted the Teutonic Order's state to Protestantism
Set policies that shaped the region's governance
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