Prince Edward of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach was a German nobleman born on December 10, 1823. He belonged to the House of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach, a branch of the larger House of Wettin. Edward was known for his military service and held various positions within the German army. He played a significant role in the political landscape of his time, particularly during the unification of Germany. Edward's contributions to military reforms and his involvement in the Franco-Prussian War helped shape the future of the German states. He passed away on June 27, 1902.