The SMS Friedrich der Große was a German battleship launched in 1911, named after the Prussian king Friedrich II. It was part of the Imperial German Navy and served during World War I. The ship was designed as a dreadnought, featuring heavy armament and advanced technology for its time. After the war, the SMS Friedrich der Große was interned and later scuttled in 1919 as part of the Treaty of Versailles conditions. The ship was notable for its size and firepower, representing the naval ambitions of Germany during the early 20th century.