1. Home
  2. / William I of the Netherlands
  3. / What principality was William appointed ruler of in 1803?

What principality was William appointed ruler of in 1803?

  • Nassau-Orange-Fulda

  • Nassau-Luxembourg

  • Orange-Brabant

  • Nassau-Berlin

Answer

In 1803, William was appointed ruler of the principality of Nassau-Orange-Fulda. This principality was created as compensation for the loss of his hereditary lands in the Netherlands, which had been annexed by France.
Wonderstruck by William I: An Engaging English Quiz on the Dutch Monarch

Wonderstruck by William I: An Engaging English Quiz on the Dutch Monarch

Take the William I of the Netherlands Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox