Albert I of Belgium

Also known as Albert I, King Albert I, King Albert I of Belgium, Albert I van België, Knight King, Soldier King

King of the Belgians from 1909 to 1934 (1875–1934)

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Albert I was the King of Belgium from 1909 until his death in 1934, a period that included Belgium's experience during World War I when the country was invaded and occupied by Germany. He is historically significant as a leader who helped shape Belgium during a critical time in European history and maintained the Belgian monarchy through one of Europe's most devastating conflicts.

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I, Tintin — Self (archive footage)1976
Forgotten Treasure — Self (archive footage)1943

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Type: Person
Gender: Male
Country: Belgium
Active from: 1875
Active to: 1934

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HouseSaxe-Coburg and Gotha (until 1920) Belgium (from 1920) FatherPrince Philippe, Count of Flanders MotherPrincess Marie of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen ReligionRoman Catholicism Signature

Albert I (8 April 1875 – 17 February 1934) was King of the Belgians from 23 December 1909 until his death in 1934. He is popularly referred to as the Knight King (Dutch: Koning-Ridder, French: Roi-Chevalier) or Soldier King (Dutch: Koning-Soldaat, French: Roi-Soldat) in Belgium in reference to his role during World War I.