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Electorate of Saxony
The Electorate of Saxony was one of the most significant states of the Holy Roman Empire, with its capital at Wittenberg and later Dresden. Its rulers came from the House of Ascania and then from 1423 the House of Wettin. In 1806 it became the Kingdom of Saxony.
Key facts
| Dates | 1356 – 1806 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | Europe & colonial empires |
| Continent | Europe |
| Type | electorate of the Holy Roman Empire |
| Capitals | Wittenberg, Dresden |
| Religion(s) | Lutheranism, Catholicism |
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Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.