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Johann Succeeds to the Throne
- When
- 9 August 1854
- Where
- Kingdom of Saxony
Johann became King of Saxony on 9 August 1854 after his brother Frederick Augustus II died without legitimate issue.
Johann, born in Dresden in 1801, was initially third in line to the throne. The death of his brother Clement in 1822 moved him to second place. When Frederick Augustus II became King in 1836, Johann became first in line. Upon Frederick Augustus II's death on 9 August 1854, Johann succeeded him as King.
Sources
- John, King of Saxony Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-16
- Frederick Augustus II of Saxony Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-09
- Kingdom of Saxony Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-24
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