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Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken

1526 – 1559

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About Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken

Lived 1526 – 1559 (aged 33). Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken was a count.

Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken (Saarbrücken 22 August 1526 – 26 November 1559) was count of Saarbrücken and Saarwerden. He comes from the Walramian branch of the House of Nassau.

Biography Adolf was the fourth and youngest son of John Louis, Count of Nassau-Saarbrücken and his second wife, Catherine of Moers, with Anastasia of Isenburg-Grenzau († Kirchheim, 26 January 1558), daughter of Henry, Count of Isenburg-Grenzau and Margaretha of Wertheim. Anastasia was buried in the church of Saint-Peter in Kirchheimbolanden. The marriage remained childless.

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Important facts

Born
22 August 1526, Saarbrücken
Birth century
16th century
Died
26 November 1559
Occupation
Count

Family & relationships

Parent
John Louis, Count of Nassau-Saarbrücken

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken?

Count of Nassau-Saarbrücken (1544-1559)

When was Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken born?

Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken was born on 22 August 1526 in Saarbrücken.

When did Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken die?

Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken died on 26 November 1559.

What was Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken's occupation?

Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken was a count.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Adolph of Nassau-Saarbrücken

· Wikidata: Q2855424

· DBpedia: Adolph, Count of Nassau-Saarbrücken

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