When was Frederick Francis IV born?

Frederick Francis IV was born on 9 April 1882 in Palermo.

What positions has Frederick Francis IV held?

Positions held by Frederick Francis IV include: regent.

Where did Frederick Francis IV study?

Frederick Francis IV was educated at University of Bonn.

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Frederick Francis IV

Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin (1882-1945)

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Frederick Francis IV was the last Grand Duke of Mecklenburg-Schwerin and regent of Mecklenburg-Strelitz. He inherited the throne when he was fifteen years old in 1897 and was forced to renounce it in 1918.

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Born: 9 April 1882 wd
Place of birth: Palermo wd
Died: 17 November 1945 wd
Place of death: Flensburg wd
Citizenship: Germany wd
Occupation: regent wd
Education: University of Bonn wd
Spouse: Princess Alexandra of Hanover wd

Positions held wd

regent

Awards wd

Order of the Wendish Crown
Iron Cross
Knight of the Order of the Elephant (1897)
Grand Cross of the Order of the Griffon
Order of Fidelity
Grand Cross of the Order of Berthold the First
Order of Saint Hubert
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Saxe-Ernestine
Order of St. George
Order of the Black Eagle (1898)
Order of the White Eagle
Grand Commander of the Royal House Order of Hohenzollern
Order of the Rue Crown (1900)
Order of Alexander Nevsky

Questions

When was Frederick Francis IV born?: Frederick Francis IV was born on 9 April 1882 in Palermo.
What positions has Frederick Francis IV held?: Positions held by Frederick Francis IV include: regent.
Where did Frederick Francis IV study?: Frederick Francis IV was educated at University of Bonn.

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Last updated 9 November 2026 · facts checked 14 November 2026

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