Prince Albert of Prussia was a member of the Prussian royal family, born on August 14, 1809. He was the son of Prince Wilhelm of Prussia and Princess Maria Anna of Hohenzollern. Albert played a significant role in the military and political affairs of Prussia during the 19th century, particularly during the Austro-Prussian War. He became known for his contributions to the modernization of the Prussian army and was involved in various diplomatic efforts. Albert's legacy includes his influence on the unification of Germany, which was achieved in 1871, several years after his death on June 6, 1872.