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Frederick William, Elector of Brandenburg and Duke of Prussia, 17th century. Artist: Unknown

Frederick William, Elector of Brandenburg and Duke of Prussia, 17th century. Frederick William (1620-1688) became Elector of Brandenburg in 1640. Known as the 'Great Elector', he was responsible for regaining Brandenburg's territories which had been lost in the Thirty Years War. His legacy of a standing army, sound finances and efficient administration laid the foundations for the emergence of Prussia as the dominant German state.
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Title:
Frederick William, Elector of Brandenburg and Duke of Prussia, 17th century. Artist: Unknown
Caption:
Frederick William, Elector of Brandenburg and Duke of Prussia, 17th century. Frederick William (1620-1688) became Elector of Brandenburg in 1640. Known as the 'Great Elector', he was responsible for regaining Brandenburg's territories which had been lost in the Thirty Years War. His legacy of a standing army, sound finances and efficient administration laid the foundations for the emergence of Prussia as the dominant German state.
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Album / Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images
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Image size:
3371 x 5197 px | 50.1 MB
Print size:
28.5 x 44.0 cm | 11.2 x 17.3 in (300 dpi)