Frederick William
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the Great Elector, 1620–88, elector of Brandenburg who increased the power and importance of Prussia.
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1882–1951, German general: crown prince of Germany 1888–1918 (son of William II of Germany).
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As the sensitive, flute-playing heir of the boorish, beer-swilling Frederick William I, the young prince had scant interest in soldiering.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
The couple, otherwise known as Thomas Ernest Boulton and Frederick William Park, appeared on the London stage — and often out and about in public — in snazzy women’s attire.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2025
Anthony learned that Frederick William Perry was a Royal Air Force veteran, who served in the Battle of Britain.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2018
However, in the early 1700s, King Frederick William I bought their cooperation.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2012
The elector now retired to Hanau, appointed his son Frederick William regent, and took no further part in public affairs.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 4 "Hero" to "Hindu Chronology" by Various
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