Constantin Brâncoveanu

Romanian prince and ruler

Constantin Brâncoveanu - Romanian prince and ruler
Born

1654
371 years ago

Died

August 15th, 1714
311 years ago — 60 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Romania

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Ruled as the Prince of Wallachia from 1688 until 1714. Strengthened the economic and cultural position of the principality. Promoted Orthodox Christianity and maintained alliances with the Habsburg Empire against the Ottoman threat. Executed by the Ottomans along with his sons for refusing to convert to Islam.

Established a prosperous economic environment

Promoted religious and cultural development

Executed in 1714 for defiance against the Ottomans

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