Hereditary Prince of Saxony
Hereditary Prince of Saxony
Born
August 24th, 1498
526 years ago
Died
1537
488 years ago — 39 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Germany
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Born in 1498, a member of the House of Wettin. Held the title of Hereditary Prince. Served as a key political figure in Saxony during the Reformation era. Worked towards maintaining Saxon authority in a time of religious upheaval. Involved in various military and political efforts to stabilize the region amidst external pressures and internal conflicts.
Involved in political maneuvers during the Reformation
Maintained Saxony's territorial integrity
Navigated complex alliances and rivalries
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