Emperor Frederick III of Germany reigned for a brief period from March 9, 1888, until his death on June 15, 1888. He was the son of Emperor William I and Empress Augusta, and he was known for his liberal views and support for reforms in the German Empire. His reign was cut short by illness, and he was unable to implement many of his ideas. Frederick III was married to Victoria, Princess Royal, the daughter of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Their marriage produced eight children, including William II, who succeeded him as emperor. Frederick's legacy is often overshadowed by the tumultuous events that followed his short reign.