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Frederick, William II, 1744-1797 (King of Prussia)

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Dates

  • Existence: 1744 - 1797

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European Strategic Plan: 'Occasional thoughts concerning the present posture of affairs, and the method by which the King of Prussia may be drawn of [sic] from the interest of French to that of Great Brittain, humbly offer'd to consideration'

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Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.9385
Scope and Contents

Anonymous proposal for a network of British agents to encourage the invasion by Frederick the Great of 'Polish Prussia', in order to counterbalance the Franco-Spanish coalition and buffer Russia and Sweden.

Dates: 1730 (Circa)
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