King Frederick Augustus II was the ruler of the Kingdom of Saxony from 1733 until his death in 1763. He was born on December 17, 1696, and became known for his efforts to modernize the state and improve its economy. Frederick Augustus II was also a patron of the arts and played a significant role in the cultural development of his kingdom. He was a member of the House of Wettin and was known for his military involvement during the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War. His reign is often remembered for the balance he sought between military power and cultural advancement in Saxony.