Louis Philip Wittelsbach

Louis Philip Wittelsbach

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★ 1602 · Heidelberg ✝ 1655 · Krosno Odrzańskie

Life

  1. 1602Born · Heidelberg
  2. 1655Died · Krosno Odrzańskie
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Their story

Louis Philip, Count Palatine of Simmern-Kaiserslautern, a member of the venerable House of Wittelsbach, was born in Heidelberg on November 23, 1602. He held the title of duke of Bavaria, reflecting his lineage within one of Europe's most significant ruling families. His life unfolded amidst a challenging era, during which political and religious shifts profoundly impacted the Holy Roman Empire. He devoted himself to matters of governance within his territories, navigating the complex landscape of 17th-century Central Europe. Louis Philip passed away in Krosno Odrzańskie on January 6, 1655, leaving a legacy intertwined with the history of the Palatinate and Bavaria.

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