In which year was the modern-day settlement of Kaliningrad founded?
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Answer
The modern-day settlement of Kaliningrad was founded in 1255 by the Teutonic Knights during the Northern Crusades. It was named Königsberg in honor of King Ottokar II of Bohemia.
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