Margrave Albert Frederick of Brandenburg-Schwedt
German Lieutenant General
Born
Died
1731
294 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Germany
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Born in 1672, served as a prominent military leader in Prussia. Held the rank of Lieutenant General and participated in various military campaigns during the War of the Spanish Succession. His strategic abilities contributed to the successes of the Prussian Army.
Served as Lieutenant General in Prussian Army
Participated in the War of the Spanish Succession
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