House of Anhalt-Dessau

The House of Anhalt-Dessau was a noble German family that ruled the region of Dessau and surrounding areas within the larger Anhalt territory from the 13th century until the early 20th century. As part of the German princely and ducal families, they held sovereignty over their lands, governing and managing their estates. Over generations, they played a significant role in regional politics, culture, and development. Their legacy includes contributions to architecture, arts, and education, and their lineage is linked to other noble families in Germany. The house ultimately ceased ruling after the German revolutions of 1918, transitioning into noble families with no official territorial sovereignty.