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May 20, 2024 · The titles of Margrave of Brandenburg and Elector of Brandenburg were abolished along with the Holy Roman Empire in 1806, and Brandenburg was formally integrated into Prussia. Despite this, the Prussian kings still included the title "Margrave of Brandenburg" in their royal style.
5 days ago · Highlights include: The Friedrichsburg tower, Konigstein‘s highest point with panoramic views stretching to Dresden. The Brunnenhaus exhibition, showcasing the engineering marvel of the fortress well. The Georgenburg prison cells, where Saxony‘s most infamous criminals were held.
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2 days ago · Magdeburg ( German: [ˈmakdəbʊʁk] ⓘ; Low German: [ˈmaˑɪdebɔɐ̯x]) is the capital of the German state Saxony-Anhalt. The city is situated at the Elbe river. [3] Otto I, the first Holy Roman Emperor and founder of the Archdiocese of Magdeburg, was buried in the city's cathedral after his death. [3]
6 days ago · Ferdinand and Matthias met with the Lutheran John George I, Elector of Saxony in Dresden who promised to support Ferdinand at the imperial elections. John George also agreed to convince the two other Protestant electors, Frederick V of the Palatinate and John Sigismund, Elector of Brandenburg, to vote for Ferdinand.
May 13, 2024 · Ernest Augustus, elector of Hanover and the father of George I of England, was the first Protestant bishop. The see was secularized and given to Hanover in 1803, but it was reestablished as a Roman Catholic bishopric in 1858.
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May 20, 2024 · Whether you are a nature enthusiast, an outdoor adventurer, or a history buff, you will find the best towns in the Poconos for the perfect family vacation. Still confused about the best places to visit in the Poconos? If yes, keep reading this list of the 12 Best Towns in the Pocono Mountains That You Cannot Miss!
5 days ago · The great and decisive battle of Mühlberg, in which the Protestants for a time were crushed, and the deposed Elector of Saxony, John Frederick, was captured by Charles, 24 April, 1547. 5. Dr. Thirlby, the English envoy with the Emperor.
