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How many years was Frederick III Crown Prince of Prussia?

  • 27 years

  • 17 years

  • 10 years

  • 30 years

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Frederick III served as Crown Prince of Prussia for 27 years, from 1861 until his accession to the throne in 1888. During this extended period, he played a significant role in Prussian and German politics, advocating for liberal reforms and modernization. However, his reign as Emperor was brief, lasting only 99 days before his death from throat cancer.
Frederick III: The Brief Reign of Germany's Enlightened Emperor

Frederick III: The Brief Reign of Germany's Enlightened Emperor

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