When was Wilhelm II born?

Wilhelm II was born on 27 January 1859 in Kronprinzenpalais.

What positions has Wilhelm II held?

Positions held by Wilhelm II include: German Emperor (1888–1918); King of Prussia (1888–1918).

Where did Wilhelm II study?

Wilhelm II was educated at University of Bonn, Friedrichsgymnasium Kassel.

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Wilhelm II

As King of Prussia last German Emperor from 1888 to 1918 (1859–1941)

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Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. His fall from power marked the end of the German Empire as well as the Hohenzollern dynasty's 400-year rule over Prussia.

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Born: 27 January 1859 wd
Place of birth: Kronprinzenpalais wd
Died: 4 June 1941 wd
Place of death: Huis Doorn wd
Citizenship: Kingdom of Prussia, German Empire wd
Occupation: monarch, painter, art collector, author, ruler wd
Education: University of Bonn, Friedrichsgymnasium Kassel wd
Spouse: Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein, Princess Hermine Reuss of Greiz wd

Positions held wd

German Emperor (15 June 1888 – 28 November 1918)
King of Prussia (15 June 1888 – 9 November 1918)

Awards wd

Pour le Mérite
Knight of the Order of the Golden Fleece
Grand Cross of the Military Order of Maria Theresa
Order of the Black Eagle
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St. Olav‎
Knight Grand Cross in the Order of the Netherlands Lion (1876)
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus
Knight grand cross of the order of the crown of Italy
Order of St. Andrew
Royal Victorian Chain (1902)
Knight Grand Cross of the Military Order of William (1889)
Grand Cross of the Iron Cross (1914) (1916)
Order of the Crown
Royal House Order of Hohenzollern
Order of Saint Hubert

Questions

When was Wilhelm II born?: Wilhelm II was born on 27 January 1859 in Kronprinzenpalais.
What positions has Wilhelm II held?: Positions held by Wilhelm II include: German Emperor (1888–1918); King of Prussia (1888–1918).
Where did Wilhelm II study?: Wilhelm II was educated at University of Bonn, Friedrichsgymnasium Kassel.

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Last updated 9 November 2026 · facts checked 13 November 2026

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