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Charles III William, Margrave of Baden-Durlach

1679–1738 · 18th century · Also known as Charles III William

Charles III William was Margrave of Baden-Durlach from 1709. In 1715 he founded the city of Karlsruhe as his new residence, laid out with streets radiating from the palace tower like the ribs of a fan. He offered religious toleration and privileges to attract settlers, and Karlsruhe later became the capital of Baden.

Charles III William, Margrave of Baden-Durlach
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Margraviate of BadenMargraviate of Baden-Durlach

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