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Albert II, Duke of Mecklenburg

1318–1379 · 14th century · Also known as Albert II of Mecklenburg, Albert the Great

Albert II was the ruler of Mecklenburg from 1329. In 1348 Emperor Charles IV raised him and his brother John to the rank of dukes of the empire, and in 1352 the brothers divided their lands, John receiving Stargard. Albert extended his family's power around the Baltic, and in 1364 secured the Swedish crown for his son Albert. He died in 1379.

Albert II, Duke of Mecklenburg
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Mentioned in 4 state histories

County of SchwerinLordship of MecklenburgDuchy of MecklenburgDuchy of Mecklenburg-Stargard

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