Frederick William, Elector of Hesse
Frederick William I (20 August 1802 – 6 January 1875) was, between 1847 and 1866, the last Prince-elector of Hesse-Kassel (or Hesse-Cassel).
Frederick William | |
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Elector of Hesse | |
Reign | 1847–1866 |
Predecessor | William II |
Successor | Electorate abolished |
Born | Hanau, Holy Roman Empire | 20 August 1802
Died | 6 January 1875 72) Prague, Austria-Hungary | (aged
Spouse | Gertrude Falkenstein, Princess of Hanau |
House | House of Hesse |
Father | William II |
Mother | Princess Augusta of Prussia |