Duke Frederick of Holstein-Gottorp was a German nobleman born in 1700. He belonged to the House of Holstein-Gottorp, a branch of the larger House of Oldenburg. Frederick was known for his political influence and efforts to strengthen his duchy during the 18th century. He played a significant role in the regional politics of northern Germany. Frederick's reign was marked by his connections to other European royal families, including his ties to the Russian Empire through his marriage to Anna Petrovna, the daughter of Peter the Great. His lineage and alliances contributed to the complex political landscape of the time.