Hohenzollern

The Hohenzollern family is a prominent noble lineage from Germany, originally based in the Castle of Hohenzollern. They rose to power in the medieval period and became significant rulers in the Holy Roman Empire. The family produced many kings, especially in Prussia, and later, the German Empire. Notable figures include Frederick the Great and Wilhelm II, the last German Emperor. The Hohenzollerns played a crucial role in shaping German history, politics, and military conflicts until the end of the monarchy in Germany after World War I in 1918. Their legacy endures in various cultural and historical contexts.