[History Of Friedrich II. of Prussia Vol. III. (of XXI.) by Thomas Carlyle]@TWC D-Link bookHistory Of Friedrich II. of Prussia Vol. III. (of XXI.) CHAPTER III 1/16
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-- KURFURST FRIEDRICH II. The First Friedrich's successor was a younger son, Friedrich II.; who lasted till 1471, above thirty years; and proved likewise a notable manager and governor.
Very capable to assert himself, and his just rights, in this world.
He was but Twenty-seven at his accession; but the Berlin Burghers, attempting to take some liberties with him, found he was old enough.
He got the name IRONTEETH.
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