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Winrich von Kniprode

c. 1310–1382 · 14th century

Winrich von Kniprode was Grand Master of the Teutonic Order from 1351 to 1382, a period often regarded as the height of its power in Prussia. He strengthened its administration, finances and towns, encouraged learning among the brethren, and led the war against pagan Lithuania, defeating the Lithuanians at the Battle of Rudau in 1370.

Winrich von Kniprode
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