King Ludwig II, also known as “Mad King Ludwig,” ruled Bavaria from 1864 until his death in 1886. Despite his opulent lifestyle, he remained a beloved and respected ruler. Unfortunately, his behavior put a target on his back, prompting the government to proclaim him insane. The King died abruptly under unexplained circumstances that are still being theorized about today. Here’s how his double life finally caught up to him.
The Mad King: The Story of King Ludwig II of Bavaria
Duty’s Pressures Started to Follow Him
Ludwig II was the eldest son of Maximilian II of Bavaria and Marie of Prussia, making him the next in line to the throne. This meant that he spent a lot of his childhood preparing for the big part. Growing up, Ludwig had more than others in terms of luxury, money, and pressure. Instead of whining, Ludwig determined to do his best to prepare. So, with the support of his tutors’ rigorous study and workout routine, he went to work. While they gave him some leeway while he was younger, his instructors could not help but notice his flaws as he grew older. There was something unique about him, and it wasn’t always a good thing.
Duty’s Pressures Started to Follow Him
