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Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach
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Ernest Frederick of Baden-Durlach (born 17 October 1560 in Durlach – died 14 April 1604 in Remchingen) ruled the northern part of the Margraviate of Baden-Durlach. He came to power when he came of age in 1584. He founded the first gymnasium illustre in the margraviate. Ernst Friedrich, who had a strict Lutheran upbringing, started a reconciliation between Lutheranism and Calvinism with the publication of the Staffort Book in 1599. His occupation of Upper Baden caused serious conflicts – even with the Emperor – the consequences of which damaged Lower Baden and ultimately also led to losses of territory.

Quick facts about Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach

  • Full name: Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach
  • Born: 1560-10-27
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q69785

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Who is Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach?

Ernest Frederick of Baden-Durlach (born 17 October 1560 in Durlach – died 14 April 1604 in Remchingen) ruled the northern part of the Margraviate of Baden-Durlach.

What nationality is Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach?

Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach is Germany.

When was Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach born?

Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach was born on 1560-10-27.

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