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Leopold II

Grand Duke of Tuscany, a patron of science.

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Also known as Leopold II, the reigning Grand Duke Leopold II, The Grand Duke, the Grand Duke, the Grand Duke Leopold II

First appearance: xxiii experience at courts

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