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Established Prussia as a military might and major European power, particularly through success in the Seven Years War. Notable for modernizing the civil service of the country. Had a relationship with Hans Hermann von Katte as a young prince - when his father found out, he had von Katte executed. Once king, he was known for his male-only court. | Established Prussia as a military might and major European power, particularly through success in the Seven Years War. Notable for modernizing the civil service of the country. Had a relationship with Hans Hermann von Katte as a young prince - when his father found out, he had von Katte executed. Once king, he was known for his male-only court. | ||
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==Further Reading/Research== | ==Further Reading/Research== | ||
Revision as of 14:52, 9 November 2014
Contents
Country
Prussian
Birth - Death
1712 - 1786
Occupation
Politics
Notable Achievements
Head of State
Description
Established Prussia as a military might and major European power, particularly through success in the Seven Years War. Notable for modernizing the civil service of the country. Had a relationship with Hans Hermann von Katte as a young prince - when his father found out, he had von Katte executed. Once king, he was known for his male-only court.
