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Henry Julius, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg

1564–1613 · 16th century · Also known as Henry Julius of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel

Henry Julius, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg, ruled the Principality of Wolfenbüttel from 1589 and was administrator of the Prince-Bishopric of Halberstadt from 1566. A learned prince, he wrote plays, founded a court theatre and served as an adviser to Emperor Rudolf II in Prague. His tenure secured Halberstadt for the Brunswick house and confirmed its Lutheran character.

Henry Julius, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg
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Mentioned in 2 state histories

Prince-Bishopric of HalberstadtPrincipality of Grubenhagen

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