Wurtemberg duc de, Charles Eugene, 1728-1793
Dates
- Existence: 1728 - 1793
Biography
Charles Eugene, Duke of Württemberg was was the eldest son, and successor, of Charles Alexander; his mother was Princess Marie Auguste of Thurn and Taxis. Charles Eugene was known for his interest in agriculture and travel and is considered the inspiration behind today's Hohenheim university.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Charles Eugene Wurtemberg letter
Collection
Identifier: Mss 776617
Mss 776617
Date(s):
1776-11-17
Scope and Contents
Two-page letter from Charles Eugene Wurtemberg of Hohenheim to Francois Marie Arouet de Voltaire telling Voltaire that because of the financialsate of his principality, he is postponing the payment due Voltaire until next spring.