Frederick the Great

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    Frederick II (German: Friedrich II.; 24 January 1712 – 17 August 1786) was the monarch of Prussia from 1740 until 1786. He was the last Hohenzollern monarch titled King in Prussia, declaring himself King of Prussia after annexing Royal Prussia from the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth in 1772. His most significant accomplishments include his military successes in the Silesian wars, his reorganisation of the Prussian Army, the First Partition of Poland, and his patronage of the arts.

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    About Frederick the Great

    Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, was the monarch of Prussia from 1740 until 1786. He was a skilled military leader, known for his victories in the Silesian Wars and his reorganization of the Prussian Army. He also annexed Royal Prussia from the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and became known as King of Prussia.

    Frederick the Great's Area of Expertise

    Frederick the Great was an expert in military strategy, statecraft, and the Enlightenment. He was a patron of the arts and sciences, and his reign saw the flourishing of culture and intellectual life in Prussia. He was also known for his administrative reforms, which helped to modernize and strengthen the Prussian state.

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    I was a talented musician and composer, and I played the flute and wrote numerous compositions. I also had a deep appreciation for the arts and was a patron of many artists and intellectuals.

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