Wilhelm I, King of Prussia (1867-1871), Emperor (1871-1888) (German East Africa) : All Data

Wilhelm I was the King of Prussia from 1867 to 1871 and the Emperor of the German Empire from 1871 to 1888. He ruled during the period of 1871-1888. The most important wars that occurred during his tenure were the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871) and the Austro-Prussian War (1866). These wars were consistent with the calculated timespan of Wilhelm I's rule.