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Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg: Biography, Facts and Career

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Albrecht III (9 November 1414 – 11 March 1486) was Elector of Brandenburg from 1471 until his death, the third from the House of Hohenzollern. A member of the Order of the Swan, he received the cognomen Achilles because of his knightly qualities and virtues. He also ruled in the Franconian principalities of Ansbach from 1440 and Kulmbach from 1464 (as Albrecht I).

Quick facts about Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg

  • Full name: Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg
  • Born: 1414-11-18
  • Nationality: Margraviate of Brandenburg
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q453771

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Who is Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg?

Albrecht III (9 November 1414 – 11 March 1486) was Elector of Brandenburg from 1471 until his death, the third from the House of Hohenzollern.

What nationality is Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg?

Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg is Margraviate of Brandenburg.

When was Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg born?

Albrecht III Achilles, Elector of Brandenburg was born on 1414-11-18.

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