Albert Frederick
Duke of Prussia and state leader
Born
May 7th, 1553
471 years ago
Died
1618
407 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Duke of Prussia reigned from 1568 until death in 1618. Initiated Protestant Reformation in Prussia and established the secularization of church lands. Played a significant role in the development of the Duchy. Worked to strengthen the central authority of the duchy and managed relations with neighboring territories.
Reigned as Duke of Prussia from 1568 to 1618
Secularized church lands in Prussia
Strengthened central authority of the Duchy
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