Frederick William
Elector of Brandenburg and Prussia
Born
Died
1688
338 years ago — 68 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Born in 1620, served as Elector of Brandenburg and Duke of Prussia from 1640 until death in 1688. Led Brandenburg-Prussia through the Thirty Years' War. Expanded territories and strengthened central authority. Implemented reforms in administration and military. Promoted trade and modernization, laying groundwork for future expansion of the state.
Unified the Duchy of Prussia with Brandenburg
Expanded territories through military campaigns
Strengthened the central government of Brandenburg-Prussia
Reformed the military and administration of the state
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