Julius, Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg

Julius of Brunswick-Lüneburg, a member of the House of Welf, was Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg and ruling Prince of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel from 1568 until his death. From 1584, he also ruled over the Principality of Calenberg. By embracing the Protestant Reformation, establishing the University of Helmstedt, and introducing a series of administrative reforms, Julius was one of the most important Brunswick dukes in the early modern era.

Occupation

Catholic priest, politician, patron of the arts

Position held

bishop-elect

Citizenship

Germany

Born

June 29, 1528

Died

May 3, 1589