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What was Augustus II's approach to foreign powers?

  • Isolationism

  • Used them

  • Rejected alliances

  • Formed a league

Answer

Used them to establish the Wettin dynasty as a significant player in European politics. He pursued an active foreign policy that was largely successful, securing the election of his son to the Polish throne and forming alliances with Russia, Austria and Prussia, enhancing the prestige of Saxony.
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