About Mihnea III
Lived 1613 – 1660 (aged 46–47). Mihnea III was a Romanian ruler.
Family Ancestry claims Radu's ancestry is uncertain. During his life, Radu claimed to be the son of Radu Mihnea, but other versions of his history give different accounts of his ancestry, such as claiming his true father was Radu Șerban or Mircea Ciobanu.
Rise to power
In July 1653, Mihnea was probably behind an assassination attempt on Matei Basarab's life.
On 29 January 1658, Mihnea swore allegiance to Ottoman Sultan Mehmed IV.
A little over a month later, Ottoman troops invaded Wallachia and overthrew then-voivode Constantin Șerban, installing the more compliant Radu in his place on 5 March 1658.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Mihnea III?
prince of Moldavia
When was Mihnea III born?
Mihnea III was born in 1613 in Iași.
When did Mihnea III die?
Mihnea III died on 5 April 1660 in Szatmár County.
What was Mihnea III's occupation?
Mihnea III was a ruler.
What nationality was Mihnea III?
Mihnea III was Romanian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mihnea III. https://biography.guide/mihnea-iii/
MLA: "Mihnea III." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mihnea-iii/.
Chicago: "Mihnea III." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/mihnea-iii/.
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