German emperor and
the King of Prussia Wilhelm was born in Berlin, in 1859. He was the son of heir apparent
Fredrick. He had a bright education. In the University of Bonn, he studied economy,
political science, and law for two years. After he completed his education, he entered the
Army.
After the death of emperor Wilhelm I, Wilhelm II
succeeded him. He desired to rule the country alone. His quarrels with Prime Minister
Bismarck led him to resign in 1890. Henceforth, Wilhelm became the sole ruler of the
empire. He visited many countries. During his visits he came to Istanbul and built the
fountain of Sultanahmet.
Wilhelm initially began to restore the neglected
Army and in a short time, he organised it. He created a modern Germany stronger than any
other European country. He saved Germany from the economical crisis occurring in Europe.
Later, this “King of War,” declared that “I do not rely on the parliament but on my
army which is basis of my empire.” During his period, German navigation has rapidly
developed as well, because the emperor believed that “the future of the Germans is
beyond the seas”. In a very short time, he organised a powerful commerce and war fleets.
After a Serb nationalist assassinated the heir of
the Austro-Hungarian throne, Wilhelm sided with Austria. This alliance caused the outbreak
of the World War.
The German defeats during the war led the Germans to
revolt against Wilhelm. He flew to Holland (1918). He resigned from his duty. First, he
lived in Amerongen and later went to Doorn. Following his wife’s death in 1921, he
married to Princess Hermine in 1922. Wilhelm had died in 1941.