Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels

Noble person

1812 – 1875

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Who was Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels?

Prince Carl of Solms-Braunfels, was a German prince and military officer in both the Austrian army and in the cavalry of the Grand Duchy of Hesse. As Commissioner General of the Adelsverein, he spearheaded the establishment of colonies of German immigrants in Texas. Prince Solms named New Braunfels, Texas in honor of his homeland.

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Born
Jul 27, 1812
Neustrelitz
Parents
Spouses
Religion
  • Lutheranism
Nationality
  • Hungary
  • Germany
  • United States of America
Died
Nov 13, 1875

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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