Electorate of Brandenburg

The Electorate of Brandenburg was a historical territory in the Holy Roman Empire, primarily located in present-day northeastern Germany. Established in the late Middle Ages, it was ruled by the House of Hohenzollern and became prominent in the 17th century. The Elector of Brandenburg was one of the princes who had the right to vote for the Holy Roman Emperor. Over time, the Electorate expanded and played a crucial role in shaping the region's political landscape, eventually becoming part of the Kingdom of Prussia and contributing significantly to the rise of modern Germany.