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Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. His fall from power marked the end of the German Empire as well as the Hohenzollern dynasty's 400-year rule over Prussia.
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Milestones, by age
Dated facts from Wikidata; ages marked “about” come from year-only dates.
- 29Became German EmperorJune 15, 1888
- 29Became King of PrussiaJune 15, 1888
Sources
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Sources (2)
- Wilhelm II (Q2677) · Wikidata
- Wilhelm II · Wikipedia
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