Frederick the Great of Prussia (jan 1, 1740 – jan 1, 1786)
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Took Silesia and turned Prussia to the strongest military in Europe.
Enlightened Despot
Influenced by Voltaire,
Introduced reforms
Education
Abolished torture, supported religious tolerance, and reduced censorship
Harsh on Jews
Opposed serfdom but didn't do anything because he needed support from the aristocracy.
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