Elizabeth of Denmark
Electress of Brandenburg
Born
June 24th, 1485
540 years ago
Died
1555
470 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1485, served as Electress of Brandenburg through marriage. Elizabeth was part of the Hohenzollern family and involved in the politics of her time. She married Elector Johann Cicero, strengthening political ties between Denmark and Brandenburg. Her life was marked by the influence of dynastic politics during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Elizabeth also contributed to court life and regional governance.
Marriage to Elector Johann Cicero
Political alliance between Denmark and Brandenburg
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