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German Empire (1848–1849)
The German Empire of 1848–1849 was an attempt by the Frankfurt Parliament during the revolutions of 1848 to create a united German state. The parliament offered the imperial crown to Frederick William IV of Prussia, who refused it. The project collapsed in 1849.
Key facts
| Dates | 1848 – 1849 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | proto-state (unrealised federal empire) |
| Capital | Frankfurt |
| Religion(s) | Christianity |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.