Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach
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Ernest Frederick of Baden-Durlach (born 17 October 1560 in Durlach – died 14 April 1604 in Remchingen) ruled the northern part of the Margraviate of Baden-Durlach. He came to power when he came of age in 1584. He founded the first Gymnasium Illustrie in the margraviate. His conversion from Lutheranism to Calvinism and his occupation of Upper Baden caused serious conflicts – even with the Emperor – the consequences of which damaged Lower Baden and ultimately also led to losses of territory.
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Ernest Frederick, Margrave of Baden-Durlach | |
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Born | (1560-10-17)17 October 1560 Durlach |
Died | 14 April 1604(1604-04-14) (aged 43) Remchingen |
Noble family | House of Zähringen |
Spouse(s) | Anna of East Frisia |
Father | Charles II, Margrave of Baden-Durlach |
Mother | Anna of Veldenz |
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