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Karl II, Duke of Brunswick

Duke of Brunswick (1804-1873) · Died at 68

Charles II, Duke of Brunswick, ruled the Duchy of Brunswick from 1815 until 1830. Today he is best remembered for being on the losing side of the "Opera Game," defeated by American chess master Paul Morphy in one of the most famous chess games ever played.

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Lived 1804 to 1873 · aged 68