About Augustus, Elector of Saxony

Augustus, who called himself Augustus and was popularly known as "Father August" in reference to his paternal rule, was Elector of Saxony from 1553 until his death. He belonged to the Albertine branch of the House of Wettin, succeeding his brother Maurice, who had fallen in the Battle of Sievershausen without leaving a male heir.

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Augustus, Elector of Saxony

German prince (1526-1586)

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