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Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp

1568 – 1587

Duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp

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About Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp

Lived 1568 – 1587 (aged 19). Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp was a German ruler.

Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp (21 April 1568 – 15 June 1587) was a Danish-German nobleman. He was the eldest son of Duke Adolf of Holstein-Gottorp and his wife, Christine of Hesse (1543–1604).

He inherited the ducal share of rule in the royal Danish-ducal condominium of the duchies of Holstein and of Schleswig when his father died in 1586, and died only a year later.

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Important facts

Born
21 April 1568
Birth century
16th century
Died
15 June 1587, Gottorf Castle
Occupation
Ruler
Nationality
Holy Roman Empire
Positions held
Duke

People in Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Christine of Hesse
1543 – 1604
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Frequently asked questions

Who was Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp?

duke of Schleswig-Holstein-Gottorp

When was Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp born?

Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp was born on 21 April 1568.

When did Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp die?

Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp died on 15 June 1587 in Gottorf Castle.

What was Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp's occupation?

Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp was a ruler.

What nationality was Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp?

Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frederick II, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp

· Wikidata: Q64068

· DBpedia: Frederick II of Holstein-Gottorp

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