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Kaiser Wilhelm - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 27, 1859 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia (now Germany) |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Kaiser Wilhelm's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Known For | Last German Emperor and King of Prussia; central figure in World War I and the fall of the German monarchy. |
Intro
Kaiser Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, ruling from 1888 until his abdication in 1918 at the end of World War I. He played a significant role in the politics of late 19th and early 20th-century Europe, particularly in the events leading up to World War I.
Early Life & Background
Born Friedrich Wilhelm Viktor Albert in Berlin in 1859, Wilhelm was the eldest grandchild of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. He was the son of Crown Prince Frederick (later Frederick III) and Victoria, Princess Royal. He experienced a difficult upbringing due in part to a birth injury that left him with a withered left arm.
Career Highlights
- Ascended to the throne as German Emperor and King of Prussia in 1888.
- Oversaw Germany during a period of industrial and military expansion.
- Dismissed Otto von Bismarck as Chancellor in 1890.
- Led Germany during World War I (1914–1918).
- Abdicated the throne and went into exile in the Netherlands in 1918 after Germany's defeat.
Trivia
- Kaiser Wilhelm II was Queen Victoria's oldest grandchild.
- His aggressive foreign policy is often cited as a factor contributing to World War I.
- He lived in exile in the Netherlands until his death in 1941.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Kaiser Wilhelm born?
Kaiser Wilhelm was born the 27 January 1859.
Where is Kaiser Wilhelm from?
Berlin, Kingdom of Prussia (now Germany).
On His Birth-Day
About January 27th, 1859, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 27th, 1859 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: