Guillaume II
Guillaume II, also known as Kaiser Wilhelm II, was the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, ruling from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. His aggressive foreign policy and militaristic ambitions were significant factors leading to the outbreak of World War I. His reign ended in defeat for Germany, and he spent the rest of his life in exile, becoming a controversial figure in the history of the war.
Born on Jan 27, 1859 (166 years old)
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Luxembourg:
Guillaume II. ruled the Netherlands as king and Luxembourg as Grand Duke from 1840 to 1849.
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France:
Guillaume II is mentioned as the emperor who wanted to create the Neustadt area after the German annexation of 1871.
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France:
He was the German Emperor whose forces were opposed by the Australians during the battle for Villers-Bretonneux.
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