Emperor Friedrich III, also known as Friedrich III of Germany, was the German Emperor and King of Prussia for a brief period in 1888. He was born on October 18, 1831, and was the son of Emperor Wilhelm I. Friedrich was a liberal monarch who supported reforms and modernization in Germany. His reign lasted only 99 days due to his battle with throat cancer, which ultimately led to his death on June 15, 1888. Friedrich III was married to Victoria, Princess Royal, the eldest daughter of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. Their marriage symbolized the close ties between Germany and Britain. Friedrich's legacy is often overshadowed by his son, Wilhelm II, who succeeded him and took a more aggressive approach to governance.