The kings of Prussia ruled as an absolute monarchy from 1701-1740. A strong army helped the rulers gain power.
There are several characteristics of Prussia that makes it stand out against other countries. The 2 major characteristics is that is has a huge army and has an absolute monarch.
The characteristics that enabled Russia, Austria, and Prussia to rise to power included the unification process.
Prussia's characteristics were recognized for its large and efficient army. The country was also known for its tightly controlled and lean bureaucracy which helped create a thriving economy.
Prussia was a kingdom form 1701 until 1918. It has an absolute monarchy from 1701 until 1848 and a constitutional monarch after 1848.
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Before the unification of Germany, Prussia was a monarchy led by a king. The Minister President was another leadership position, which was appointed by the king. Prussian citizens voted for the members of the parliament indirectly.
Only they are both absolute governments.
There is always a figurehead that has limited power
they were ruled by the same person but not at the same place
ruled by a king/ queen but with limited power.
Some famous leaders include Louis XIV of France, Peter the Great of Russia, Ivan the Terrible of Russia, and Frederick William I of Prussia. They controlled the nobility and they transformed their armies from an absolute monarchy.