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What was the relationship between Frederick III and Queen Victoria?

  • Son-in-law

  • Brother-in-law

  • Cousin

  • Nephew

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Frederick III was Queen Victoria's son-in-law, married to her eldest daughter, Victoria, Princess Royal. Their marriage was arranged to strengthen ties between Britain and Prussia. Frederick III became German Emperor in 1888 but died just 99 days later, leaving his son, Wilhelm II, to succeed him.
Frederick III: The Brief Reign of Germany's Enlightened Emperor

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

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