Frederick William II, Prince of Nassau-Siegen
Frederick William II, Prince of Nassau-Siegen (1706 – 1734) was a member of the House of Nassau, a historic European noble family. He was the ruling prince of the principality of Nassau-Siegen from 1722 until his death in 1734.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Frederick William II was born in 1706, the son of Frederick William I, Prince of Nassau-Siegen and his wife, Charlotte of Nassau-Dillenburg. He was part of the House of Nassau, a prominent noble family with significant influence in the Holy Roman Empire.
Reign[edit | edit source]
Frederick William II ascended to the throne of Nassau-Siegen in 1722 following the death of his father, Frederick William I. His reign was marked by efforts to consolidate his territories and maintain the family's influence within the Holy Roman Empire. He was known for his administrative reforms and attempts to modernize the principality.
Marriage and Issue[edit | edit source]
Frederick William II married Sophie Polyxena Concordia of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Hohenstein in 1728. The couple had several children, including:
Death and Succession[edit | edit source]
Frederick William II died in 1734 at the age of 28. He was succeeded by his son, William Hyacinth, Prince of Nassau-Siegen, who continued the family's legacy.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Frederick William II's reign, though short, was significant for the administrative changes he implemented. His efforts to modernize Nassau-Siegen laid the groundwork for future developments in the principality.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- House of Nassau
- Nassau-Siegen
- Frederick William I, Prince of Nassau-Siegen
- William Hyacinth, Prince of Nassau-Siegen
- Holy Roman Empire
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