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Who was Frederick V's mother?

  • Sophie Magdalene

  • Louise of Mecklenburg-Güstrow

  • Charlotte Amalie

  • Anna Sophie

Answer

Sophie Magdalene, Frederick V's mother, was a Danish princess and the daughter of King Christian VI. She married Frederick IV, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel, in 1720, and they had four children together. Frederick V was their eldest son and became King of Denmark and Norway in 1746. Sophie Magdalene was known for her intelligence and strong character, and she played an important role in her son's education and upbringing.
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