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Maximilian III Joseph, Elector of Bavaria

Duke of Bavaria (1727-1777) · Historical Figures · Died at 50

Maximilian III Joseph, also known by his epithet "the much beloved" was a Prince-elector of the Holy Roman Empire and Duke of Bavaria from 1745 to 1777. He was the last of the Bavarian branch of the House of Wittelsbach and because of his death, the War of Bavarian Succession broke out.

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Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece

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Category
Historical Figures
Type
Historical Figure
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1727 to 1777 · aged 50