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Mihnea cel Rău: Biography, Facts and Career

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Mihnea cel Rău (Mihnea the Wrongdoer/Mean/Evil; c.1460 – 12 March 1510), the son of Vlad III Dracula (Vlad Țepeș), and his first wife, was Voivode (Prince) of Wallachia from 1508 to 1509, having replaced his first cousin Radu cel Mare. During his reign, he ruled alongside his son Mircea III Dracul in the year 1509. Unpopular among the boyars, he was overthrown with Ottoman assistance, prompting him to take refuge in Transylvania – where he was murdered in front of the Sibiu Cathedral and buried inside it.

Quick facts about Mihnea cel Rău

  • Full name: Mihnea cel Rău
  • Born: 1462-01-01
  • Nationality: Principality of Wallachia
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q715428

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Who is Mihnea cel Rău?

Mihnea cel Rău (Mihnea the Wrongdoer/Mean/Evil; c.1460 – 12 March 1510), the son of Vlad III Dracula (Vlad Țepeș), and his first wife, was Voivode (Prince) of Wallachia from 1508 to 1509, having replaced his first cousin Radu cel Mare.

What nationality is Mihnea cel Rău?

Mihnea cel Rău is Principality of Wallachia.

When was Mihnea cel Rău born?

Mihnea cel Rău was born on 1462-01-01.

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