10 sept. 1759 - Frederick II commits suicide
Description:
After Russian forces enter Berlin following the Austro-Russian victory at Kunersdorf, Frederick II escapes capture by shooting himself with his pistol. He subsequently becomes known as "Feiglingskönig" ('coward king') and "Verräterkönig" ('traitor king') among the Prussian people.His nephew, Frederick William II, tries to put up a last stand at Leipzig, where he is eventually defeated.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
10 sept. 1759
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 266 ans