August the Younger, also known as Augustus II of Poland, was a notable figure in the early 18th century. Born in 1696, he was the son of Augustus the Strong, the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. He became the Elector of Saxony in 1733 and was known for his efforts to strengthen the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth during a tumultuous period. His reign was marked by political challenges, including conflicts with neighboring powers and internal strife. August the Younger was also a patron of the arts and culture, contributing to the development of Baroque architecture in Dresden and promoting the arts in his court.