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Wenceslaus I of Legnica: Biography, Facts and Career

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Wenceslaus I, Duke of Legnica (Polish: Wacław I legnicki; c. 1318 – 2 June 1364) was a Duke of Namysłów from 1338 and of Legnica-Brzeg from 1342 until his death, but with further divisions with his brother Louis I. He was the eldest son of Bolesław III the Generous, Duke of Legnica-Brzeg by his first wife, Margaret of Bohemia. He was named after his maternal grandfather, King Wenceslaus II of Bohemia.

Quick facts about Wenceslaus I of Legnica

  • Full name: Wenceslaus I of Legnica
  • Born: 1318-01-01
  • Nationality: Duchy of Legnica
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q442091

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Who is Wenceslaus I of Legnica?

Wenceslaus I, Duke of Legnica (Polish: Wacław I legnicki; c. 1318 – 2 June 1364) was a Duke of Namysłów from 1338 and of Legnica-Brzeg from 1342 until his death, but with further divisions with his brother Louis I. He was the eldest son of Bolesław III the Generous, Duke of Legnica-Brzeg by his first wife, Margaret of Bohemia.

What nationality is Wenceslaus I of Legnica?

Wenceslaus I of Legnica is Duchy of Legnica.

When was Wenceslaus I of Legnica born?

Wenceslaus I of Legnica was born on 1318-01-01.

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