Prince Friedrich Karl of Prussia was a member of the Prussian royal family, born on March 20, 1828. He was the son of Prince Wilhelm of Prussia and Princess Maria Anna of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen. Friedrich Karl served in the Prussian army and held various military commands, becoming known for his leadership during the Austro-Prussian War of 1866. In 1850, he married Princess Maria of Anhalt-Dessau, and they had several children. Friedrich Karl was also involved in politics and supported the unification of Germany under Prussian leadership. He passed away on June 15, 1885, leaving a legacy tied to the history of the German Empire.