Frederick the Great of Prussia was the most powerful.
Fredrick William the Great Elector was able to build Brandenburg-Prussia into a major power through his army. Fredrick William was elector of Bradenburg-Prussia from 1640 to 1688.
He used his army to control all of Prussia.
Once Frederick Williams I was allowed to keep his own army this caused him to use his army to control Prussia. The army grew considerably and this allowed Williams to expand his territory. He became the the Great Elector.
He used his army to control all of Prussia.
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Frederick II of Prussia (1712 to 1786) is supposed to have said that he wanted Prussia to become 'not a country with an army, but an army with a country'. These days the expression is most often used of Pakistan.
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Spain used money gained from the conquest of the Inca to enlarge its army and navy.
The kings of Prussia ruled as an absolute monarchy from 1701-1740. A strong army helped the rulers gain power.
Frederick the Great Elector of Prussia believed a large and efficient standing army was crucial for strengthening and securing his state amid the constant threats from neighboring powers. He viewed a strong military as essential for both defense and the assertion of Prussian influence in Europe. Additionally, an efficient army would enable him to maintain internal order and stability, thereby fostering economic development and centralizing his authority. This military emphasis laid the foundation for Prussia’s emergence as a significant European power.