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1486 in Germany

Explore 4 historical events and records for Germany in 1486.

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Historical records for Germany in 1486

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August

26 August 1486

Elector of Saxony

Frederick III the Wise · Saxony · Elector of Saxony · Government / Electorate of Saxony

Succeeds as Elector of Saxony after the death of Ernest.

26 August 1486

Succession

Frederick III the Wise · Saxony · House / House of Wettin

Succeeds Ernest as Elector of Saxony.

Other events (month unknown)

1486

Elector

John Cicero · Brandenburg · Elector of Brandenburg · House / House of Hohenzollern

Appointed Elector of Brandenburg

1486

Succession

Maximilian I · House / House of Habsburg

Succeeds as King of Germany, 1486-1519

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