Duchy of Oldenburg: Map & History
The Duchy of Oldenburg, named for its capital, the town of Oldenburg, was a state in the north-west of present-day Germany.
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The Duchy of Oldenburg, named for its capital, the town of Oldenburg, was a state in the north-west of present-day Germany.
Duchy of Oldenburg in Depth
History
The first known count of Oldenburg was Elimar I (d. 1108). Elimar's descendants appear as vassals, though sometimes rebellious ones, of the dukes of Saxony; but they attained the dignity of princes of the empire when the emperor Frederick I dismembered the Saxon duchy in 1180. At this time, the county of Delmenhorst formed part of the dominions of the counts of Oldenburg, but afterwards it was on several occasions separated from them to form an appanage for younger branches of the family. This was the case between 1262 and 1447, between 1463 and 1547, and between 1577 and 1617.
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Duchy of Oldenburg Map Over Time
Dated world maps on which Duchy of Oldenburg appears, with the other states of the time.
Duchy of Oldenburg Timeline
Key historical inflections from foundation to peak territorial expansion
Expansion to peak recorded area of 4,895 km² in 1826 CE.
Duchy of Oldenburg: Frequently Asked Questions
When did Duchy of Oldenburg exist?
Duchy of Oldenburg is dated to 1806 CE – 1870 CE, in the Industrial era.
What was the capital of Duchy of Oldenburg?
The capital of Duchy of Oldenburg was Oldenburg.
How large was Duchy of Oldenburg at its peak?
At its peak in 1826 Duchy of Oldenburg covered about 4,895 km².
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