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German Emperor

1871–1918 · 19th century · Also known as Deutscher Kaiser

German Emperor was the title of the head of the German Empire from 1871 to 1918, always held by the King of Prussia. William I was proclaimed German Emperor in the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles on 18 January 1871, followed by Frederick III and William II, whose abdication in November 1918 ended the title.

German Emperor
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German EmpireFoundation, SummaryKingdom of PrussiaGovernance, Impact, Summary

Mentioned in 2 state histories

Kingdom of PrussiaNorth German Confederation

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