"A king is the first servant and first magistrate of the state".
Timeframe: 24/01/1712 – 12/04/1945
Key Insights
- As Prussian King, Frederick the Great waged wars against Habsburg, France, and Russia, establishing Prussia as a major European power. Besides military accomplishments, Frederick the Great is often regarded as a representative of enlightened absolutism. Although concentrating power, Frederick believed the ruler ought to rule for the benefit of the people. Following this narrative, Frederick abolished torture and introduced the potato to alleviate food insecurity.
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