How did Prussia become a Kingdom? | DOCUMENTARY

Описание: Prussia was undoubtedly one of the most important actors in Europe’s Early- and Late Modern periods. It has a fascinating history and geographically and politically, up until the early 18th century, it did not make much sense for Prussia to become a Kingdom. And in total, the Kingdom would only exist independently for 170 years before becoming part of the German Empire in 1871. But how did this enormous power located in Europe's geographical heart come to be?

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1:06 The Great Elector
4:34 Prussia's First King
6:08 Holy Roman Empire and its Kings
10:03 An Incredible Coronation (1701)

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