John Casimir

Duke of Saxe-Coburg

John Casimir - Duke of Saxe-Coburg
Born

June 12th, 1564
460 years ago

Died

1633
392 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1564, held the title Duke of Saxe-Coburg. Governed during a period marked by regional strife and the Reformation. Focused on consolidating power within his duchy and maintaining alliances with neighboring territories. Engaged in the political landscape of the Holy Roman Empire, balancing interests between Protestant and Catholic factions. His reign saw the development of the infrastructure of Saxe-Coburg, contributing to its longevity.

Served as Duke of Saxe-Coburg from 1564 until 1596

Contributed to the political stability of Saxe-Coburg during the Reformation

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