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jan 8, 1871 - Wilhelm I becomes first emperor of Germany 1871

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After the declaration of a unified Germany, the former king of Prussia was declared as the first emperor of the German Empire.

The new empire followed a new federalist constitution with Bismarck being placed in one of the most influential new government roles- chancellor of Germany. The chancellor controlled much of the German government's affairs.

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jan 8, 1871
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~ 154 years ago