Albert

Duke of Prussia

Albert - Duke of Prussia
Born

May 17th, 1490
534 years ago

Died

March 20th, 1568
456 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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