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.
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.
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Fredrick II the Great of Prussia.
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Improvement of the Prussian economy
Princess Victoria married Prince Fredrick of Prussia when she was 17.
Frederick the Great (1712-1786)or Frederick II was King of Prussia from 1740-1786. Frederick was famous for modernizing Prussia, religious tolerance, and being an advocate of the Enlightenment
Queen Victoria's first daughter was married to Fredrick of Prussia in 1858
In 1775 Germany consisted of about 360 separate states ...
King Fredrick William III of Prussia, Czar Alexander the ! of Russia, Emperor Francis I, and Prince Klemens Von Metternich of Austria.
After the nobles allowed Frederick William to keep his army, he used his army to control the entire country.
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.