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Also Known As Albert the Bear • Albrecht der Bär
Born c.1100
Died November 18, 1170 • (Anniversary in 3 days)
Founder Ascanian dynasties
House / Dynasty Ascanian dynasties

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Joachim II, detail from an oil painting by Lucas Cranach the Younger, c. 1570; in Monbijou Palace, Berlin
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elector of Brandenburg
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elector of Brandenburg
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