Prince Henry of Prussia

This page refers to Prince Henry of Prussia (1726-1802); for Prince Henry of Prussia (1862-1929), see Albert Wilhelm Heinrich of Prussia.

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Friedrich Heinrich Ludwig, Prince of Prussia (18 January 1726 - 3 August 1802), commonly known as Prince Henry of Prussia, was the younger brother of king Frederick II of Prussia. His conflicts with his famous brother are almost legendary.

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18 January - 1726 - 3 August - 1802 - Frederick II of Prussia

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Heinrich successfully led Prussian armies during the Seven Years' War, and spent much of his time in Rheinsberg. On 25 June 1752 he married Landgravine Wilhelmine of Hesse-Kassel in Charlottenburg, but they had no children.

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Seven Years' War - Rheinsberg - 25 June - 1752 - Charlottenburg

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In 1786, a group of Americans led by Alexander Hamilton sent word to Henry asking that he become King of the United States. This offer was revoked before the prince could make a reply.

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Alexander Hamilton - King

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