Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel: Biography, Facts and Career
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Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel, nicknamed Otto the Short (c. 1255 – 1303 in Lehnin) was a member of the House of Ascania and co-ruler of Brandenburg. He was a son of Margrave Otto III and his wife, Beatrice of Bohemia. In 1267, his father died and Otto succeeded as margrave, jointly with his brothers and cousins. In 1279, Otto married Hedwig, the daughter of King Rudolph I of Germany. This marriage remained childless. In 1286, he abdicated and became a Knight Templar. Later, he became a Cistercian monk. He died in 1303, around the age of 48.
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- Full name: Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel
- Born: 1264-11-10
- Known as: Royal
- Wikidata ID: Q1937866
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Who is Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel?
Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel, nicknamed Otto the Short (c. 1255 – 1303 in Lehnin) was a member of the House of Ascania and co-ruler of Brandenburg.
What is Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel known for?
Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel, nicknamed Otto the Short (c. 1255 – 1303 in Lehnin) was a member of the House of Ascania and co-ruler of Brandenburg.
When was Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel born?
Otto VI, Margrave of Brandenburg-Salzwedel was born on 1264-11-10.
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