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William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen

1298 – 1360

German aristocrat, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (ca. 1298–1360)

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About William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen

Lived 1298 – 1360 (aged 61–62). William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen was an aristocrat.

William of Brunswick-Grubenhagen ( – 1360) was a Prince of Brunswick-Grubenhagen.

Life He was the third son of Duke Henry I "Mirabilis" of Brunswick-Grubenhagen and his wife Agnes, née Countess of Meissen. After his father's death in 1322, he ruled Grubenhagen jointly with his brothers, Henry II and Ernest I.

William died childless in 1360. After his death, his brother Ernest ruled the principality of Grubenhagen alone.

References and sources Paul Zimmermann: Das Haus Braunschweig-Grubenhagen, Wolfenbüttel, 1911

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Important facts

Born
1298
Birth century
13th century
Died
1360
Occupation
Aristocrat
Also known as
Wilhelm Herzog von Braunschweig-Herzburg

Family & relationships

Parent
Henry I, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen

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Frequently asked questions

Who was William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen?

German aristocrat, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen (ca. 1298–1360)

When was William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen born?

William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen was born in 1298.

When did William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen die?

William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen died in 1360.

What was William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen's occupation?

William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen was an aristocrat.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen

· Wikidata: Q519144

· DBpedia: William, Duke of Brunswick-Grubenhagen

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